How to pronounce flipper
Say it like FLIP-er. Flipper has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FLIP).
- FLIP
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Flipper pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FLIPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of flipper
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: FLIP-uh.
What does flipper mean?
- In marine mammals such as whales (or other secondarily aquatic animals such as sea turtles), a wide, flat limb adapted for swimming.
- A wide, flat, paddle-like rubber covering for the foot, used in swimming.
- A flat lever in a pinball machine, triggered by the player to strike the ball and keep it in play.
- To lift one or both flippers out of the water and slap the surface of the water.
Where does flipper come from?
From flip + -er. Compare Saterland Frisian Flappert (“flipper, wing”).
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with flipper
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of flipper.
Questions about saying flipper
How do you pronounce flipper?
Say FLIP-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈflɪpɚ/. In British English it is /ˈflɪpə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in flipper?
Flipper has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FLIP). Broken into parts: FLIP · er.
Is flipper 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 /ˈflɪpə/ (FLIP-uh).