How to Pronounce Kneecap

To pronounce "kneecap", say KNEEC-ap — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈniːˌkæp/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈniːˌkæp/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “kneecap”

"kneecap" has 2 syllables: kneec-ap. It rhymes with snap and trap, if that helps it stick.

What does kneecap mean?

noun

  1. The flat, roundish bone in the knee.
  2. (roofing) A metal cover trim that fits over a panel rib after it has been cut and bent.

verb

  1. To destroy the knees of (a person), usually by shooting at the knees, as a punishment carried out by criminals or terrorists.

Synonyms

kneepanpatellarotulascutum

Words that rhyme with kneecap

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

snaptraplapwrapsapclapflaprapcrapmishappapstopgap

Related words

kneepanpatellarotulakneescutumkneejointcapitulumwhirl-bone

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "kneecap"?▾

"Kneecap" has 2 syllables: kneec · ap.

What is the IPA transcription of "kneecap"?▾

The IPA transcription of "kneecap" is /ˈniːˌkæp/.

What does "kneecap" mean?▾

Kneecap: The flat, roundish bone in the knee.

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