How to Pronounce Wheelies

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

WHEEL-ies

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💡 Tip for remembering “wheelies”

"wheelies" has 2 syllables: wheel-ies. It rhymes with mealies, if that helps it stick.

What does wheelies mean?

noun

  1. An action or stunt where a bicycle, motorcycle, or other vehicle is ridden for a short period while it is standing only on its rear wheel or wheels.

    “Jim fell off his bike when he was trying to do a wheelie.”

  2. A wheelchair user.

Synonyms

monowheelstand

Words that rhyme with wheelies

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

mealies

Related words

wheelswheelwheelingwheelerswheelmanmotorcyclesrevvingcartwheels

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "wheelies"?▾

"Wheelies" has 2 syllables: wheel · ies.

What does "wheelies" mean?▾

Wheelies: An action or stunt where a bicycle, motorcycle, or other vehicle is ridden for a short period while it is standing only on its rear wheel or wheels.

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