How to pronounce kemper
Say it like KEM-per. Kemper has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KEM).
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- KEM
- per
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Kemper pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KEMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- perKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of kemper
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KEM-puh.
What does kemper mean?
- One who kemps, or strives, for superiority; a champion or knight-errant.
Where does kemper come from?
From kemp (“to contend, struggle, compete”) + -er.
Words that rhyme with kemper
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of kemper.
Questions about saying kemper
How do you pronounce kemper?
Say KEM-per. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɛmpɚ/. In British English it is /ˈkɛmpə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in kemper?
Kemper has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KEM). Broken into parts: KEM · per.
Is kemper 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 /ˈkɛmpə/ (KEM-puh).