How to pronounce atop
Say it like uh-TAHP. Atop has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TAHP).
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- uh
- TAHP
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Atop pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- TAHPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of atop
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: uh-TOP.
What does atop mean?
- on, to, or at the top
Where does atop come from?
From a- (“on”) + top.
Words that rhyme with atop
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of atop.
Questions about saying atop
How do you pronounce atop?
Say uh-TAHP. The American pronunciation is /əˈtɑp/. In British English it is /əˈtɒp/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in atop?
Atop has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TAHP). Broken into parts: uh · TAHP.
Is atop pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /əˈtɒp/ (uh-TOP).