How to Pronounce Whippoorwill

To pronounce "whippoorwill", say WHIPP-oorw-ill — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈwɪp.ə.ˌwɪl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

12

Letters

/ˈwɪp.ə.ˌwɪl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “whippoorwill”

"whippoorwill" has 3 syllables: whipp-oorw-ill.

What does whippoorwill mean?

noun

  1. A nocturnal insectivorous bird of North America, Caprimulgus vociferus, a type of nightjar, named after its characteristic call.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "whippoorwill"?▾

"Whippoorwill" has 3 syllables: whipp · oorw · ill.

What is the IPA transcription of "whippoorwill"?▾

The IPA transcription of "whippoorwill" is /ˈwɪp.ə.ˌwɪl/.

What does "whippoorwill" mean?▾

Whippoorwill: A nocturnal insectivorous bird of North America, Caprimulgus vociferus, a type of nightjar, named after its characteristic call.

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