How to pronounce yapper
Say it like YAP-er. Yapper has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (YAP).
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- YAP
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Yapper pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- YAPSay 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 yapper
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: YAP-uh.
What does yapper mean?
- A person's mouth, especially one that gossips or talks too much.“Shut your yapper or I'll shut it for you!”
- One who yaps.
Where does yapper come from?
From yap + -er.
Words that rhyme with yapper
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of yapper.
Questions about saying yapper
How do you pronounce yapper?
Say YAP-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈjæpɚ/. In British English it is /ˈjæpə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in yapper?
Yapper has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (YAP). Broken into parts: YAP · er.
Is yapper 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 /ˈjæpə/ (YAP-uh).