How to Pronounce Creep

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

creep

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Syllable

5

Letters

/kɹiːp/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “creep”

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

What does creep mean?

verb

  1. To move slowly with the abdomen close to the ground.
  2. Of plants, to grow across a surface rather than upwards.

Synonyms

crawl

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Words that rhyme with creep

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

weepdeepsweepkeeppeepreapleapsteepheapseepclepesleep

Related words

crawlcrawlinggrovelpussyfootcowercringesneaksteal

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "creep"?▾

"Creep" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "creep"?▾

The IPA transcription of "creep" is /kɹiːp/.

What does "creep" mean?▾

Creep: To move slowly with the abdomen close to the ground.

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