How to Pronounce Caprice

To pronounce "caprice", say CAPR-ic-e — 3 syllables, IPA /kəˈpɹis/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/kəˈpɹis/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “caprice”

"caprice" has 3 syllables: capr-ic-e. It rhymes with nice and piece, if that helps it stick.

What does caprice mean?

noun

  1. An impulsive, seemingly unmotivated action, change of mind, or notion.
  2. An unpredictable or sudden condition, change, or series of changes.

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Words that rhyme with caprice

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

nicepiecereleasefleececeasecreasepeacedecreaseshowpiecegreasemouthpiecedecease

Related words

vagarywhimimpulsequirkarbitrarinessfancymercyneediness

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "caprice"?▾

"Caprice" has 3 syllables: capr · ic · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "caprice"?▾

The IPA transcription of "caprice" is /kəˈpɹis/.

What does "caprice" mean?▾

Caprice: An impulsive, seemingly unmotivated action, change of mind, or notion.

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