How to pronounce creeper
Say it like KREE-per. Creeper has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KREE).
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- KREE
- per
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Creeper pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KREESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- perKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of creeper
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KREE-puh.
What does creeper mean?
- A person or a thing that crawls or creeps.
- Any creeping animal (such as a serpent), reptile.
- A one-piece garment for infants designed to facilitate access to the wearer's diaper.
Where does creeper come from?
From Middle English crepere, from Old English crēopere, equivalent to creep + -er.
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Words that rhyme with creeper
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Questions about saying creeper
How do you pronounce creeper?
Say KREE-per. The American pronunciation is /ˈkripɚ/. In British English it is /ˈkriːpə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in creeper?
Creeper has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KREE). Broken into parts: KREE · per.
Is creeper 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 /ˈkriːpə/ (KREE-puh).