How to Pronounce Caper

To pronounce "caper", say CAP-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkeɪpə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

caper

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈkeɪpə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “caper”

"caper" has 2 syllables: cap-er. It rhymes with vapor and taper, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: kapor — easy to mix up when writing.

What does caper mean?

noun

  1. A playful leap or jump.
  2. A jump while dancing.

verb

  1. To leap or jump about in a sprightly or playful manner.
  2. To jump as part of a dance.

Words that rhyme with caper

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

vaportaperpaperscraperwallpaperdraperskyscrapersandpapershaper

Related words

gambolfrolicrompplayanticjokepranktrick

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "caper"?▾

"Caper" has 2 syllables: cap · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "caper"?▾

The IPA transcription of "caper" is /ˈkeɪpə/.

What does "caper" mean?▾

Caper: A playful leap or jump.

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