How to pronounce Muppet
Say it like MUHP-ut. Muppet has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MUHP).
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- MUHP
- ut
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Muppet pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MUHPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- utKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of Muppet
American and British speakers say Muppet in essentially the same way: /ˈmʌpət/ in the US and /ˈmʌpɪt/ in the UK.
British respelling: MUHP-it.
What does Muppet mean?
- A term of endearment, used with a young girl
- A type of puppet created by Jim Henson or his studio, typically operated with one hand of the puppeteer inside the head and a rod or glove to move one arm of the puppet.
- One of a group of established puppet characters acting as a sort of repertory company on The Muppet Show, and/or appearing on Sesame Street.
Words that rhyme with Muppet
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of Muppet.
Questions about saying Muppet
How do you pronounce Muppet?
Say MUHP-ut. The American pronunciation is /ˈmʌpət/. In British English it is /ˈmʌpɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Muppet?
Muppet has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MUHP). Broken into parts: MUHP · ut.
Do Americans and Brits say Muppet the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈmʌpət/ and the British form is /ˈmʌpɪt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.