How to pronounce romper
Say it like ROM-per. Romper has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ROM).
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- ROM
- per
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Romper pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ROMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- perKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of romper
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: ROM-puh.
What does romper mean?
- Someone who romps or frolics.
- A ship that has moved far ahead of a convoy.
- A onesie.
Where does romper come from?
From romp + -er.
Words that rhyme with romper
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of romper.
Questions about saying romper
How do you pronounce romper?
Say ROM-per. The American pronunciation is /ˈrɑmpɚ/. In British English it is /ˈrɒmpə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in romper?
Romper has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ROM). Broken into parts: ROM · per.
Is romper 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 /ˈrɒmpə/ (ROM-puh).