How to pronounce hype
Say it like HYPE. Hype is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- HYPE
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Hype pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HYPESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of hype
American and British speakers say hype in essentially the same way: /haɪp/ in the US and /haɪp/ in the UK.
British respelling: HYPE.
What does hype mean?
- blatant or sensational promotion
- publicize in an exaggerated and often misleading manner
Where does hype come from?
Clipping of hyperbole.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with hype
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of hype.
Questions about saying hype
How do you pronounce hype?
Say HYPE. The American pronunciation is /haɪp/. In British English it is /haɪp/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in hype?
Hype is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: HYPE.
Do Americans and Brits say hype the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /haɪp/ and the British form is /haɪp/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.