How to pronounce taupe
Say it like TOHP. Taupe is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- TOHP
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Taupe pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TOHPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of taupe
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: TOHP.
What does taupe mean?
- A dark brownish-gray color, the color of moleskin.
- Of a dark brownish-gray color.
Where does taupe come from?
Borrowed from French taupe, from Latin talpa (“mole”).
Words that rhyme with taupe
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of taupe.
Questions about saying taupe
How do you pronounce taupe?
Say TOHP. The American pronunciation is /toʊp/. In British English it is /təʊp/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in taupe?
Taupe is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: TOHP.
Is taupe pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /təʊp/ (TOHP).