How to pronounce hamper
Say it like HAM-per. Hamper has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HAM).
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- HAM
- per
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Hamper pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HAMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- perKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of hamper
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: HAM-puh.
What does hamper mean?
- To put into a hamper.“Competition pigeons are hampered for the truck trip to the point of release where the race back starts.”
- To put a hamper or fetter on; to shackle.
- To impede in motion or progress.
- A large basket, usually with a cover, used for the packing and carrying of articles or small animals.“a hamper of wine”
- A wicker or plastic basket specifically for holding laundry (from clothes hamper).
- A gift basket.
Where does hamper come from?
Cognate with Old High German hnapf (“cup, bowl, basin”) (German Napf (“bowl”)), Dutch nap (“cup”), Old English hnæpp (“bowl”).
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Words that rhyme with hamper
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Questions about saying hamper
How do you pronounce hamper?
Say HAM-per. The American pronunciation is /ˈhæmpɚ/. In British English it is /ˈhæmpə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in hamper?
Hamper has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HAM). Broken into parts: HAM · per.
Is hamper 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 /ˈhæmpə/ (HAM-puh).