How to pronounce ipe
Say it like EE-pay. Ipe has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EE).
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- EE
- pay
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ipe pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- payKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of ipe
American and British speakers say ipe in essentially the same way: /ˈipeɪ/ in the US and /ˈiːpeɪ/ in the UK.
British respelling: EE-pay.
What does ipe mean?
- A type of wood of the genus Tabebuia, similar to teak, used for outdoor decking and furniture.
Where does ipe come from?
Borrowed from Portuguese ipê.
Questions about saying ipe
How do you pronounce ipe?
Say EE-pay. The American pronunciation is /ˈipeɪ/. In British English it is /ˈiːpeɪ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ipe?
Ipe has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EE). Broken into parts: EE · pay.
Do Americans and Brits say ipe the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈipeɪ/ and the British form is /ˈiːpeɪ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.