How to pronounce sniper
Say it like SNY-per. Sniper has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SNY).
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- SNY
- per
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sniper pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SNYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- perKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of sniper
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SNY-puh.
What does sniper mean?
- a marksman who shoots at people from a concealed place
Where does sniper come from?
From snipe + -er.
Words that rhyme with sniper
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of sniper.
Questions about saying sniper
How do you pronounce sniper?
Say SNY-per. The American pronunciation is /ˈsnaɪpɚ/. In British English it is /ˈsnaɪpə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sniper?
Sniper has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SNY). Broken into parts: SNY · per.
Is sniper 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 /ˈsnaɪpə/ (SNY-puh).