How to Pronounce "silverfish"
word
ˈsɪlvɚˌfɪʃ
SIL-ver-fish
sˈɪlvəfɪʃ
SIL-vuh-fish
Definition
A silverfish is a small, wingless insect with a thin, silvery body. It is usually found in dark, damp areas like bathrooms or basements.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɪlvɚˌfɪʃ
British English
sˈɪlvəfɪʃ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SIL-ver-fish
UK
SIL-vuh-fish
Listen in Context
I saw a silverfish in the bathroom.
Silverfish like to hide in dark places.
There are many silverfish in old houses.
Last night, a silverfish crawled across my book while I was reading.