How to Pronounce Wildfire

To pronounce "wildfire", say WILDF-ir-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

WILDF-ir-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “wildfire”

"wildfire" has 3 syllables: wildf-ir-e. It rhymes with desire and acquire, if that helps it stick.

What does wildfire mean?

noun

  1. A rapidly spreading fire, especially one occurring in a wildland area.
  2. Greek fire, Byzantine fire.

Synonyms

forest fire

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Words that rhyme with wildfire

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

desireacquirepyrepriorsirefirequagmireenquirerequiresatiretranspireattire

Related words

fireconflagrationflamearsonblazelampgunpowderburning

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "wildfire"?▾

"Wildfire" has 3 syllables: wildf · ir · e.

What does "wildfire" mean?▾

Wildfire: A rapidly spreading fire, especially one occurring in a wildland area.

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