How to pronounce kopje
Say it like KOH-pee. Kopje has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOH).
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- KOH
- pee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Kopje pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- peeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of kopje
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: KOH-pee.
What does kopje mean?
- A small hill or mound, especially on the African veld.
Where does kopje come from?
From (South African) Dutch kopje, diminutive of kop (“head”).
Words that rhyme with kopje
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of kopje.
Questions about saying kopje
How do you pronounce kopje?
Say KOH-pee. The American pronunciation is /ˈkoʊpi/. In British English it is /ˈkəʊpi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in kopje?
Kopje has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOH). Broken into parts: KOH · pee.
Is kopje pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈkəʊpi/ (KOH-pee).