How to pronounce tapers
Say it like TAY-perz. Tapers has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TAY).
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- TAY
- perz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tapers pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- perzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of tapers
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TAY-puz.
What does tapers mean?
- plural of taper; thin candles used for lighting other candles. How to pronounce taper
Words that rhyme with tapers
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Questions about saying tapers
How do you pronounce tapers?
Say TAY-perz. The American pronunciation is /ˈteɪpɚz/. In British English it is /ˈteɪpəz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in tapers?
Tapers has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TAY). Broken into parts: TAY · perz.
Is tapers 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 /ˈteɪpəz/ (TAY-puz).