How to Pronounce Wolves

To pronounce "wolves", say WOLV-es — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈwʊlvz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈwʊlvz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “wolves”

"wolves" has 2 syllables: wolv-es.

What does wolves mean?

noun

  1. The gray wolf, specifically all subspecies of the gray wolf (Canis lupus) that are not dingoes or dogs.

    “Check out my pet. He's a wolf.”

  2. A man who makes amorous advances to many women.

verb

  1. To behave like a wolf.
  2. Of an organ, to make a hollow whining sound like that of a wolf.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "wolves"?▾

"Wolves" has 2 syllables: wolv · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "wolves"?▾

The IPA transcription of "wolves" is /ˈwʊlvz/.

What does "wolves" mean?▾

Wolves: The gray wolf, specifically all subspecies of the gray wolf (Canis lupus) that are not dingoes or dogs.

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