How to Pronounce Tiptoes

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

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Syllables

7

Letters

TIPT-oes

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💡 Tip for remembering “tiptoes”

"tiptoes" has 2 syllables: tipt-oes.

What does tiptoes mean?

verb

  1. To walk quietly with only the tips of the toes touching the ground.

noun

  1. The tips of the toes.

    “She stood on her tiptoes to appear taller.”

Related words

tippytoepointedtipquietspikespointspointetoeful

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tiptoes"?▾

"Tiptoes" has 2 syllables: tipt · oes.

What does "tiptoes" mean?▾

Tiptoes: To walk quietly with only the tips of the toes touching the ground.

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