How to pronounce larp
Say it like LARP. Larp is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- LARP
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Larp pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LARPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of larp
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: LAHP.
What does larp mean?
- Alternative letter-case form of LARP (“live-action roleplay”).
- Alternative letter-case form of LARP (“live-action roleplay”).
Where does larp come from?
From LARP, acronym of live-action roleplay /live-action roleplaying.
Words that rhyme with larp
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of larp.
Questions about saying larp
How do you pronounce larp?
Say LARP. The American pronunciation is /lɑrp/. In British English it is /lɑːp/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in larp?
Larp is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: LARP.
Is larp 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 /lɑːp/ (LAHP).