How to pronounce trapper
Say it like TRAP-er. Trapper has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TRAP).
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- TRAP
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Trapper pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TRAPSay 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 trapper
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TRAP-uh.
What does trapper mean?
- One who traps animals; one who makes a business of trapping animals, for their pelts, meat, etc.
- An ornamental covering for a horse. See trapping and caparison.
- A drug dealer.
Where does trapper come from?
From trap + -er, compare french trappeur.
Words that rhyme with trapper
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of trapper.
Questions about saying trapper
How do you pronounce trapper?
Say TRAP-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈtræpɚ/. In British English it is /ˈtræpə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in trapper?
Trapper has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TRAP). Broken into parts: TRAP · er.
Is trapper 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 /ˈtræpə/ (TRAP-uh).