How to Pronounce Nipper

To pronounce "nipper", say NIPP-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈnɪpə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈnɪpə(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “nipper”

"nipper" has 2 syllables: nipp-er. It rhymes with chipper and dipper, if that helps it stick.

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

What does nipper mean?

noun

  1. One who, or that which, nips.
  2. (usually in the plural) Any of various devices (as pincers) for nipping.

verb

  1. To seize (two ropes) together.

Words that rhyme with nipper

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

chipperdipperripperskipperkippershipperclipperstripperzippertippergipperslipper

Related words

shaverpincertiddleryoungsterchildminorkidtyke

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nipper"?▾

"Nipper" has 2 syllables: nipp · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "nipper"?▾

The IPA transcription of "nipper" is /ˈnɪpə(ɹ)/.

What does "nipper" mean?▾

Nipper: One who, or that which, nips.

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