How to Pronounce Whiptail

To pronounce "whiptail", say WHIPT-ail — 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

WHIPT-ail

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💡 Tip for remembering “whiptail”

"whiptail" has 2 syllables: whipt-ail.

What does whiptail mean?

noun

  1. Any of many New World lizards, of the genus Cnemidophorus, that have long, slender tails.
  2. A fish, the blue grenadier, Macruronus novaezelandiae.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "whiptail"?▾

"Whiptail" has 2 syllables: whipt · ail.

What does "whiptail" mean?▾

Whiptail: Any of many New World lizards, of the genus Cnemidophorus, that have long, slender tails.

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