How to Pronounce Amp

To pronounce "amp", say AMP — one syllable, IPA /æmp/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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💡 Tip for remembering “amp”

"amp" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with tramp and scamp, if that helps it stick.

What does amp mean?

noun

  1. Short for ampere.
  2. Short for amplifier.

verb

  1. (usually with up) To amplify.

    “He asked the disk jockey to amp it up.”

  2. (usually with up) To excite.

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Words that rhyme with amp

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trampscampcampdampclampstamprampchamprevamplampcrampkamp

Related words

ampereaamplifieramplificationsectionseparatorybulbwell

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "amp"?▾

"Amp" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "amp"?▾

The IPA transcription of "amp" is /æmp/.

What does "amp" mean?▾

Amp: Short for ampere.

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