How to Pronounce Cropper

To pronounce "cropper", say CROPP-er — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

CROPP-er

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💡 Tip for remembering “cropper”

"cropper" has 2 syllables: cropp-er. It rhymes with proper and improper, if that helps it stick.

What does cropper mean?

noun

  1. (normally confined to the expression come a cropper) A fall, a tumble.

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Words that rhyme with cropper

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

properimproperpaupercopperhopperpopperdroppersoportopperlopperbopperstopper

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cropper"?▾

"Cropper" has 2 syllables: cropp · er.

What does "cropper" mean?▾

Cropper: (normally confined to the expression come a cropper) A fall, a tumble.

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