How to Pronounce Happier

To pronounce "happier", say HAPP-ier — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈhæpiə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈhæpiə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “happier”

"happier" has 2 syllables: happ-ier. It rhymes with snappier and scrappier, if that helps it stick.

What does happier mean?

adjective

  1. Having a feeling arising from a consciousness of well-being or of enjoyment; enjoying good of any kind, such as comfort, peace, or tranquillity; blissful, contented, joyous.

    “Music makes me feel happy.”

  2. Experiencing the effect of favourable fortune; favored by fortune or luck; fortunate, lucky, propitious.

Synonyms

cheerfulcontentdelightedelatedexultantgladjoyfuljubilant

Antonyms

inappropriateinaptunfelicitousdisenchanteddissatisfiedblue

Words that rhyme with happier

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

snappierscrappiergappiersappiercrappierfrappiernappier

Related words

asaadasadassadbettergladhappilyperkiercheerier

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "happier"?▾

"Happier" has 2 syllables: happ · ier.

What is the IPA transcription of "happier"?▾

The IPA transcription of "happier" is /ˈhæpiə/.

What does "happier" mean?▾

Happier: Having a feeling arising from a consciousness of well-being or of enjoyment; enjoying good of any kind, such as comfort, peace, or tranquillity; blissful, contented, joyous.

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