How to Pronounce Werewolf

To pronounce "werewolf", say WER-ew-olf — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈwɛːwʊlf/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈwɛːwʊlf/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “werewolf”

"werewolf" has 3 syllables: wer-ew-olf. It rhymes with wolf and seawolf, if that helps it stick.

What does werewolf mean?

noun

  1. A person who is transformed or can transform into a wolf or a wolflike human, often said to transform during a full moon.

Synonyms

lycanthropeman-wolfwolfman

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Words that rhyme with werewolf

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

wolfseawolfwolfebeowulf

Related words

wolfmanlycanthropewolfwolffishmonsterfreakwarwolfwehrwolf

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "werewolf"?▾

"Werewolf" has 3 syllables: wer · ew · olf.

What is the IPA transcription of "werewolf"?▾

The IPA transcription of "werewolf" is /ˈwɛːwʊlf/.

What does "werewolf" mean?▾

Werewolf: A person who is transformed or can transform into a wolf or a wolflike human, often said to transform during a full moon.

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