How to pronounce aper
Say it like AY-per. Aper has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AY).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈeɪpɚ/AY-per
UK British/ˈeɪpə/AY-puh
- AY
- per
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Aper pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- AYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- perKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of aper
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: AY-puh.
What does aper mean?
noun
- Someone who apes something
Where does aper come from?
From ape + -er.
Words that rhyme with aper
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of aper.
Questions about saying aper
How do you pronounce aper?
Say AY-per. The American pronunciation is /ˈeɪpɚ/. In British English it is /ˈeɪpə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in aper?
Aper has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AY). Broken into parts: AY · per.
Is aper pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈeɪpə/ (AY-puh).