How to Pronounce Flop

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

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Syllable

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Letters

/flɒp/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “flop”

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

What does flop mean?

noun

  1. An incident of a certain type of fall; a plopping down.
  2. A complete failure, especially in the entertainment industry.

verb

  1. To fall heavily due to lack of energy.

    “He flopped down in front of the television, exhausted from work.”

  2. To cause to drop heavily.

    “The tired mule flopped its ears forward and trudged on.”

adverb

  1. Right, squarely, flat-out.
  2. With a flopping sound.

Synonyms

box office bombdudfiascoturkey

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Words that rhyme with flop

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droptopcropploptaupesopmalapropagitpropstoppropsloppop

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "flop"?▾

"Flop" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "flop"?▾

The IPA transcription of "flop" is /flɒp/.

What does "flop" mean?▾

Flop: An incident of a certain type of fall; a plopping down.

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