How to Pronounce Thornbill

To pronounce "thornbill", say THORNB-ill — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

THORNB-ill

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💡 Tip for remembering “thornbill”

"thornbill" has 2 syllables: thornb-ill.

What does thornbill mean?

noun

  1. Any of the passerine birds of the genus Acanthiza, native to Australia.
  2. Any of the hummingbirds of the genera Chalcostigma and Ramphomicron, native to the Americas.

Related words

chalcostigmaramphomicronspinebillbristlebirdthornbirdscrubtitacanthizid

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "thornbill"?▾

"Thornbill" has 2 syllables: thornb · ill.

What does "thornbill" mean?▾

Thornbill: Any of the passerine birds of the genus Acanthiza, native to Australia.

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