How to pronounce jape
Say it like JAYP. Jape is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- JAYP
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Jape pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- JAYPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of jape
American and British speakers say jape in essentially the same way: /dʒeɪp/ in the US and /dʒeɪp/ in the UK.
British respelling: JAYP.
What does jape mean?
- A joke or quip.
- A prank or trick.
- To jest; play tricks.
- To mock; deride.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with jape
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Questions about saying jape
How do you pronounce jape?
Say JAYP. The American pronunciation is /dʒeɪp/. In British English it is /dʒeɪp/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in jape?
Jape is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: JAYP.
Do Americans and Brits say jape the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /dʒeɪp/ and the British form is /dʒeɪp/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.