How to pronounce caperer
Say it like KAY-puh-rer. Caperer has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAY).
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- KAY
- puh
- rer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Caperer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- puhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- rerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of caperer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KAY-puh-ruh.
What does caperer mean?
- One who capers, leaps, and skips about, or dances.
- A caddis fly larva.
Where does caperer come from?
From caper + -er.
Questions about saying caperer
How do you pronounce caperer?
Say KAY-puh-rer. The American pronunciation is /ˈkeɪpərər/. In British English it is /ˈkeɪpərə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in caperer?
Caperer has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAY). Broken into parts: KAY · puh · rer.
Is caperer 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 /ˈkeɪpərə/ (KAY-puh-ruh).