How to pronounce draper
Say it like DRAY-per. Draper has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DRAY).
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- DRAY
- per
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Draper pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DRAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- perKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of draper
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: DRAY-puh.
What does draper mean?
- One who sells cloths; a dealer in cloths; a textile merchant.
Where does draper come from?
From Middle English draper, from Anglo-Norman draper, from Old French drapier, from drap + -ier.
Words that rhyme with draper
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of draper.
Questions about saying draper
How do you pronounce draper?
Say DRAY-per. The American pronunciation is /ˈdreɪpɚ/. In British English it is /ˈdreɪpə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in draper?
Draper has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DRAY). Broken into parts: DRAY · per.
Is draper 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 /ˈdreɪpə/ (DRAY-puh).