How to Pronounce Nap

To pronounce "nap", say NAP — one syllable, IPA /nap/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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💡 Tip for remembering “nap”

"nap" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with snap and trap, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: napp, knapp — easy to mix up when writing.

What does nap mean?

noun

  1. A short period of sleep, especially one during the day.

verb

  1. To have a nap; to sleep for a short period of time, especially during the day.
  2. To be off one's guard.

    “The regulators were caught napping by the financial collapse.”

Synonyms

dozesnooze

Words that rhyme with nap

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

snaptraplapwrapsapclapflaprapcrapmishappapstopgap

Related words

catnapsnoozesleepdozesiestaslumber

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nap"?▾

"Nap" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "nap"?▾

The IPA transcription of "nap" is /nap/.

What does "nap" mean?▾

Nap: A short period of sleep, especially one during the day.

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