How to pronounce rapeseed
Say it like RAYP-seed. Rapeseed has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAYP).
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- RAYP
- seed
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rapeseed pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RAYPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- seedGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of rapeseed
American and British speakers say rapeseed in essentially the same way: /ˈreɪpˌsid/ in the US and /ˈreɪpˌsiːd/ in the UK.
British respelling: RAYP-seed.
What does rapeseed mean?
- The seed of the rape plant (Brassica napus), used widely for animal feed and vegetable oil.
- The rape plant itself.
Where does rapeseed come from?
Not to be confused with grapeseed.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Questions about saying rapeseed
How do you pronounce rapeseed?
Say RAYP-seed. The American pronunciation is /ˈreɪpˌsid/. In British English it is /ˈreɪpˌsiːd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rapeseed?
Rapeseed has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAYP). Broken into parts: RAYP · seed.
Do Americans and Brits say rapeseed the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈreɪpˌsid/ and the British form is /ˈreɪpˌsiːd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.