How to pronounce rappeller
Say it like ruh-PEL-er. Rappeller has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PEL).
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- ruh
- PEL
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rappeller pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ruhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- PELSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of rappeller
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ruh-PEL-uh.
What does rappeller mean?
- One who rappels (descends by rope).
Where does rappeller come from?
From rappel + -er.
Words that rhyme with rappeller
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of rappeller.
Questions about saying rappeller
How do you pronounce rappeller?
Say ruh-PEL-er. The American pronunciation is /rəˈpɛlɚ/. In British English it is /rəˈpɛlə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rappeller?
Rappeller has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PEL). Broken into parts: ruh · PEL · er.
Is rappeller 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 /rəˈpɛlə/ (ruh-PEL-uh).