How to pronounce trooper
Say it like TROO-per. Trooper has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TROO).
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- TROO
- per
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Trooper pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TROOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- perKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of trooper
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TROO-puh.
What does trooper mean?
- A soldier of private rank in cavalry or armor.
- A cavalry horse; a charger.
- A soldier.
- To work as a trooper.
- To work steadily at an unpleasant job without complaint.
Where does trooper come from?
From troop + -er, from French troupe.
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Words that rhyme with trooper
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Questions about saying trooper
How do you pronounce trooper?
Say TROO-per. The American pronunciation is /ˈtrupɚ/. In British English it is /ˈtruːpə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in trooper?
Trooper has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TROO). Broken into parts: TROO · per.
Is trooper 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 /ˈtruːpə/ (TROO-puh).