How to Pronounce Vibrissae

To pronounce "vibrissae", say VIBR-iss-ae — 3 syllables, IPA /vɪˈbɹɪsaɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/vɪˈbɹɪsaɪ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “vibrissae”

"vibrissae" has 3 syllables: vibr-iss-ae.

What does vibrissae mean?

noun

  1. Any of the tactile whiskers on the nose of an animal such as a cat
  2. Any similar feather near the mouth of some birds

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "vibrissae"?▾

"Vibrissae" has 3 syllables: vibr · iss · ae.

What is the IPA transcription of "vibrissae"?▾

The IPA transcription of "vibrissae" is /vɪˈbɹɪsaɪ/.

What does "vibrissae" mean?▾

Vibrissae: Any of the tactile whiskers on the nose of an animal such as a cat

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