How to Pronounce Malaprop

To pronounce "malaprop", say MAL-apr-op — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

MAL-apr-op

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💡 Tip for remembering “malaprop”

"malaprop" has 3 syllables: mal-apr-op. It rhymes with drop and top, if that helps it stick.

Words that rhyme with malaprop

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

droptopcropploptaupesopagitpropflopstoppropsloppop

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How many syllables are in "malaprop"?▾

"Malaprop" has 3 syllables: mal · apr · op.

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