How to Pronounce Mishap

To pronounce "mishap", say MISH-ap — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈmɪs.hæp/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈmɪs.hæp/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “mishap”

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

What does mishap mean?

noun

  1. An accident, mistake, or problem.

    “Since the mishap with the banana peel, he watches his step.”

  2. Evil accident; ill luck; misfortune; mischance.

verb

  1. To happen through misfortune; to mishappen.

Words that rhyme with mishap

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

snaptraplapwrapsapclapflaprapcrappapstopgapgap

Related words

misadventuremischancemisfortunemalfunctioningmalfunctionregrettablecalamitytragic

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mishap"?▾

"Mishap" has 2 syllables: mish · ap.

What is the IPA transcription of "mishap"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mishap" is /ˈmɪs.hæp/.

What does "mishap" mean?▾

Mishap: An accident, mistake, or problem.

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