How to pronounce phoebe
Say it like FEE-bee. Phoebe has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FEE).
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- FEE
- bee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Phoebe pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- beeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of phoebe
American and British speakers say phoebe in essentially the same way: /ˈfibi/ in the US and /ˈfiːbi/ in the UK.
British respelling: FEE-bee.
What does phoebe mean?
- Any of several birds of the genus Sayornis.
Where does phoebe come from?
From early 18th c. Imitative, influenced by the name Phoebe.
Words that rhyme with phoebe
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of phoebe.
Questions about saying phoebe
How do you pronounce phoebe?
Say FEE-bee. The American pronunciation is /ˈfibi/. In British English it is /ˈfiːbi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in phoebe?
Phoebe has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FEE). Broken into parts: FEE · bee.
Do Americans and Brits say phoebe the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈfibi/ and the British form is /ˈfiːbi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.