How to Pronounce Draped

To pronounce "draped", say DRAP-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /dɹeɪpt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/dɹeɪpt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “draped”

"draped" has 2 syllables: drap-ed. It rhymes with raped and gaped, if that helps it stick.

What does draped mean?

verb

  1. To cover or adorn with drapery or folds of cloth, or as with drapery

    “to drape a bust, a building, etc.”

  2. To spread over, cover.

    “I draped my towel over the radiator to dry.”

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Words that rhyme with draped

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

rapedgapedshapedscrapedescapedreshapedwapedtapedcapedvideotapedeggshapedlandscaped

Related words

cloakedclothedcoveredcurtainedmantledwrappedcoatedoverlaid

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "draped"?▾

"Draped" has 2 syllables: drap · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "draped"?▾

The IPA transcription of "draped" is /dɹeɪpt/.

What does "draped" mean?▾

Draped: To cover or adorn with drapery or folds of cloth, or as with drapery

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