How to pronounce stepper
Say it like STEP-er. Stepper has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STEP).
Click the play button next to American or British to hear how to pronounce stepper. Choose Slow to hear each sound clearly.
- STEP
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Stepper pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- STEPSay 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 stepper
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: STEP-uh.
What does stepper mean?
- A person or animal that steps, especially energetically or high.
- A dancer.
- A dancer in a step show.
Where does stepper come from?
From step + -er.
Words that rhyme with stepper
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of stepper.
Questions about saying stepper
How do you pronounce stepper?
Say STEP-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈstɛpɚ/. In British English it is /ˈstɛpə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in stepper?
Stepper has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STEP). Broken into parts: STEP · er.
Is stepper 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 /ˈstɛpə/ (STEP-uh).