How to pronounce weeper
Say it like WEE-per. Weeper has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WEE).
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- WEE
- per
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Weeper pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- perKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of weeper
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WEE-puh.
What does weeper mean?
- A person who weeps.
- A hired mourner.
- A pleurant.
Where does weeper come from?
From weep + -er.
Words that rhyme with weeper
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of weeper.
Questions about saying weeper
How do you pronounce weeper?
Say WEE-per. The American pronunciation is /ˈwipɚ/. In British English it is /ˈwiːpə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in weeper?
Weeper has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WEE). Broken into parts: WEE · per.
Is weeper 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 /ˈwiːpə/ (WEE-puh).