firefly
nounHow to pronounce firefly:
Definition of firefly:
- firefly (noun):
- nocturnal beetle common in warm regions having luminescent abdominal organs.
- any of various winged nocturnal beetles (especially family lampyridae) that produce a bright soft intermittent light by oxidation of luciferin especially for courtship purposes
Synonyms for firefly:
lightning bugOther 3-syllable words like firefly
Here are some other common words that have 3 syllables, like firefly does.
Syllable Quiz
How many syllables in the word firefighters?
Question 1 of 5
Syllable Fun Fact
The part of the syllable with the highest pitch or loudest volume is called the syllable nucleus, typically a vowel.
You, too, can become a syllable pro and wow your friends, family, and pets!
Trending words
These words are popular right now. Visit each word to master its syllable count.