How to Pronounce Zebra

To pronounce "zebra", say ZEBR-a — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈziːbɹə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈziːbɹə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “zebra”

"zebra" has 2 syllables: zebr-a. It rhymes with libra, if that helps it stick.

What does zebra mean?

noun

  1. Any of three species of genus Equus: E. grevyi, E. quagga, or E. zebra, all with black and white stripes and native to Africa.
  2. A referee.

Synonyms

fascinoma

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Words that rhyme with zebra

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libra

Related words

catmusselfinchequusfincheszeebraquagga

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "zebra"?▾

"Zebra" has 2 syllables: zebr · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "zebra"?▾

The IPA transcription of "zebra" is /ˈziːbɹə/.

What does "zebra" mean?▾

Zebra: Any of three species of genus Equus: E. grevyi, E. quagga, or E. zebra, all with black and white stripes and native to Africa.

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