How to Pronounce "remora"
word
ɹɪˈmɔːɹə
ri-MAW-ruh
ɹɪˈmɔːɹə
ri-MAW-ruh
Definition
A remora is a type of fish that attaches itself to larger animals like sharks or whales using a suction disk on its head, often traveling along with them.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɹɪˈmɔːɹə
British English
ɹɪˈmɔːɹə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-MAW-ruh
UK
ri-MAW-ruh
Listen in Context
The remora sticks to the shark as it swims.
Have you ever seen a remora in an aquarium?
A remora uses its head to attach to bigger animals.
People sometimes call someone a remora if they always tag along for free stuff.