How to Pronounce Triggerfish

To pronounce "triggerfish", say TRIGG-erf-ish — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

TRIGG-erf-ish

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💡 Tip for remembering “triggerfish”

"triggerfish" has 3 syllables: trigg-erf-ish.

What does triggerfish mean?

noun

  1. Any of several brightly coloured fish, of the family Balistidae, that inhabit tropical reefs and have an erectile spine on the dorsal fin.

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How many syllables are in "triggerfish"?▾

"Triggerfish" has 3 syllables: trigg · erf · ish.

What does "triggerfish" mean?▾

Triggerfish: Any of several brightly coloured fish, of the family Balistidae, that inhabit tropical reefs and have an erectile spine on the dorsal fin.

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