How to Pronounce "spearfish"
word
ˈspɪrˌfɪʃ
SPEER-fish
spˈiəfɪʃ
SPEE-uh-fish
Definition
To catch fish using a spear or a specialized tool such as a harpoon, often while swimming or diving underwater.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈspɪrˌfɪʃ
British English
spˈiəfɪʃ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SPEER-fish
UK
SPEE-uh-fish
Listen in Context
They spearfish in the shallow waters near the beach.
It is illegal to spearfish certain protected species.
Many people spearfish while free diving.
I've always wanted to learn how to spearfish, but I'm nervous about diving deep.