How to Pronounce Tuataras

To pronounce "tuataras", say TUAT-ar-as — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

TUAT-ar-as

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💡 Tip for remembering “tuataras”

"tuataras" has 3 syllables: tuat-ar-as.

What does tuataras mean?

noun

  1. Either of two reptiles, Sphenodon punctatus and Sphenodon guntheri, native to New Zealand, that resemble lizards.

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How many syllables are in "tuataras"?▾

"Tuataras" has 3 syllables: tuat · ar · as.

What does "tuataras" mean?▾

Tuataras: Either of two reptiles, Sphenodon punctatus and Sphenodon guntheri, native to New Zealand, that resemble lizards.

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