How to pronounce tapper
Say it like TAP-er. Tapper has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TAP).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈtæpɚ/TAP-er
UK British/ˈtæpə/TAP-uh
- TAP
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tapper pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TAPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of tapper
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TAP-uh.
What does tapper mean?
noun
- One who makes a tapping noise.
- A tap-dancer.
- A wiretapper.
Where does tapper come from?
From tap + -er.
Words that rhyme with tapper
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of tapper.
Questions about saying tapper
How do you pronounce tapper?
Say TAP-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈtæpɚ/. In British English it is /ˈtæpə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in tapper?
Tapper has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TAP). Broken into parts: TAP · er.
Is tapper 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 /ˈtæpə/ (TAP-uh).