How to pronounce capless
Say it like KAP-lus. Capless has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAP).
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- KAP
- lus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Capless pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KAPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- lusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of capless
American and British speakers say capless in essentially the same way: /ˈkæpləs/ in the US and /ˈkæpləs/ in the UK.
British respelling: KAP-lus.
What does capless mean?
- Without a cap (headgear).
- Without a cap (other senses).
Where does capless come from?
From cap + -less. Piecewise doublet of capeless and chapeless.
Words that rhyme with capless
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of capless.
Questions about saying capless
How do you pronounce capless?
Say KAP-lus. The American pronunciation is /ˈkæpləs/. In British English it is /ˈkæpləs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in capless?
Capless has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAP). Broken into parts: KAP · lus.
Do Americans and Brits say capless the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkæpləs/ and the British form is /ˈkæpləs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.