How to Pronounce Whirligig

To pronounce "whirligig", say WHIRL-ig-ig — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈwɜː.lɪ.ɡɪɡ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈwɜː.lɪ.ɡɪɡ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “whirligig”

"whirligig" has 3 syllables: whirl-ig-ig.

What does whirligig mean?

noun

  1. Anything that whirls or spins around, such as a toy top or a merry-go-round.
  2. A device incorporating spinning, wind-driven propellers or pinwheels, used as whimsical outdoor decoration in a garden or on a porch.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "whirligig"?▾

"Whirligig" has 3 syllables: whirl · ig · ig.

What is the IPA transcription of "whirligig"?▾

The IPA transcription of "whirligig" is /ˈwɜː.lɪ.ɡɪɡ/.

What does "whirligig" mean?▾

Whirligig: Anything that whirls or spins around, such as a toy top or a merry-go-round.

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