How to Pronounce Swordfish

To pronounce "swordfish", say SWORDF-ish — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsɔː(ɹ)dfɪʃ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/ˈsɔː(ɹ)dfɪʃ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “swordfish”

"swordfish" has 2 syllables: swordf-ish. It rhymes with swish and whish, if that helps it stick.

What does swordfish mean?

noun

  1. A large marine fish with a long, pointed bill, Xiphias gladius.

verb

  1. To fish for swordfish.

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Words that rhyme with swordfish

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

swishwhishdishishjellyfishcrawfishstarfishdischjewfishknish

Related words

fishxiphiasturtlebroadbillbiplanessteaksbillfishxiphiid

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "swordfish"?▾

"Swordfish" has 2 syllables: swordf · ish.

What is the IPA transcription of "swordfish"?▾

The IPA transcription of "swordfish" is /ˈsɔː(ɹ)dfɪʃ/.

What does "swordfish" mean?▾

Swordfish: A large marine fish with a long, pointed bill, Xiphias gladius.

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