How to pronounce rapiered
Say it like RAY-pee-erd. Rapiered has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAY).
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- RAY
- pee
- erd
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rapiered pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- peeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- erdKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of rapiered
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: RAY-pee-ud.
What does rapiered mean?
- Wearing, or carrying, a rapier (the sword).
Where does rapiered come from?
From rapier + -ed.
Questions about saying rapiered
How do you pronounce rapiered?
Say RAY-pee-erd. The American pronunciation is /ˈreɪpiərd/. In British English it is /ˈreɪpiəd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rapiered?
Rapiered has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAY). Broken into parts: RAY · pee · erd.
Is rapiered 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 /ˈreɪpiəd/ (RAY-pee-ud).