How to pronounce tippet
Say it like TIP-ut. Tippet has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TIP).
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- TIP
- ut
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tippet pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TIPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- utKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of tippet
American and British speakers say tippet in essentially the same way: /ˈtɪpət/ in the US and /ˈtɪpət/ in the UK.
British respelling: TIP-ut.
What does tippet mean?
- A shoulder covering, typically the fur of a fox, with long ends that dangle in front.
- A stole worn by Anglican ministers or other clergymen.
- In fly fishing, the part of the leader that attaches to the fly.
Where does tippet come from?
From Middle English tippet, Old English tæppet, from Latin tapete (“cloth”).
Words that rhyme with tippet
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of tippet.
Questions about saying tippet
How do you pronounce tippet?
Say TIP-ut. The American pronunciation is /ˈtɪpət/. In British English it is /ˈtɪpət/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in tippet?
Tippet has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TIP). Broken into parts: TIP · ut.
Do Americans and Brits say tippet the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈtɪpət/ and the British form is /ˈtɪpət/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.