How to pronounce topi
Say it like TOH-pee. Topi has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TOH).
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- TOH
- pee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Topi pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- peeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of topi
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: TOH-pee.
What does topi mean?
- An antelope of the species Damaliscus korrigum syn. Damaliscus lunatus.
- A taqiyah (skullcap worn by Muslims etc.)
Where does topi come from?
Borrowed from Swahili topi.
Words that rhyme with topi
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of topi.
Questions about saying topi
How do you pronounce topi?
Say TOH-pee. The American pronunciation is /ˈtoʊpi/. In British English it is /ˈtəʊpi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in topi?
Topi has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TOH). Broken into parts: TOH · pee.
Is topi 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 /ˈtəʊpi/ (TOH-pee).