How to Pronounce Kappa

To pronounce "kappa", say KAPP-a — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkæpə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈkæpə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “kappa”

"kappa" has 2 syllables: kapp-a. It rhymes with grappa and tappa, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: cappa — easy to mix up when writing.

What does kappa mean?

noun

  1. The tenth letter of the Greek alphabet.
  2. A measurement of the sensitivity of the value of an option to changes in the implied volatility of the price of the underlying asset.

Words that rhyme with kappa

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

grappatappacappanapparappacaptcha

Related words

chiphigammacarrageenannflambdalamdazeta

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "kappa"?▾

"Kappa" has 2 syllables: kapp · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "kappa"?▾

The IPA transcription of "kappa" is /ˈkæpə/.

What does "kappa" mean?▾

Kappa: The tenth letter of the Greek alphabet.

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