How to pronounce copperplate
Say it like KAH-per-playt. Copperplate has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAH).
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US American/ˈkɑpərˌpleɪt/KAH-per-playt
UK BritishNo British transcription yet. The audio still plays in this accent.
- KAH
- per
- playt
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Copperplate pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KAHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- perKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- playtGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
What does copperplate mean?
noun
- A copper plate, either etched or engraved, to make a recessed pattern.
- A print made from such a plate.
- A style of handwriting based on that used on such prints; English round hand.
- To engrave on and print from a copperplate.
Where does copperplate come from?
Use as a verb (the past participle copperplated) is from 1822.
Questions about saying copperplate
How do you pronounce copperplate?
Say KAH-per-playt. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɑpərˌpleɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in copperplate?
Copperplate has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAH). Broken into parts: KAH · per · playt.