How to Pronounce Flipper

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈflɪpə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “flipper”

"flipper" has 2 syllables: flipp-er. It rhymes with chipper and dipper, if that helps it stick.

What does flipper mean?

noun

  1. In marine mammals such as whales, a wide flat limb, adapted for swimming.
  2. A flat, wide, paddle-like rubber covering for the foot, used in swimming.

verb

  1. To lift one or both flippers out of the water and slap the surface of the water.

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Words that rhyme with flipper

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

chipperdipperripperskipperkippershipperclipperstripperzippertippergipperslipper

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "flipper"?▾

"Flipper" has 2 syllables: flipp · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "flipper"?▾

The IPA transcription of "flipper" is /ˈflɪpə/.

What does "flipper" mean?▾

Flipper: In marine mammals such as whales, a wide flat limb, adapted for swimming.

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