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Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

-zilla

/zɪlə/

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: 2.36 in modern English

Syllables
-zil-la
IPA
/zɪlə/
14
Scrabble Score
5
Letters
2
Syllables
4
Unique Chars

Meaning

suffix

Like Godzilla; monstrous, destructive, massive, powerful, wild.

Humorous; Informal

Etymology

Rebracketing of Godzilla.

Regional Pronunciation

  • American English: /zɪlə/
  • British English: /zɪlə/

Usage

Synonyms

super- supra- hyper- ultra- uber- macro- arch- over- mega- giga- grand

Questions

How do you pronounce -zilla?
The recorded pronunciation is /zɪlə/.
What does -zilla mean?
Like Godzilla; monstrous, destructive, massive, powerful, wild.
Where does -zilla come from?
Rebracketing of Godzilla.

How to pronounce -zilla

  1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “-zilla”.
  2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling (/zɪlə/) so you know which sounds to aim for.
  3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “-zilla”.
  4. Repeat and practice — Say “-zilla” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.