How to Pronounce Nipple

To pronounce "nipple", say NIPPL-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈnɪp(ə)l/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈnɪp(ə)l/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “nipple”

"nipple" has 2 syllables: nippl-e. It rhymes with ripple and tipple, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: knipl, knippel, knipple — easy to mix up when writing.

What does nipple mean?

noun

  1. The projection of a mammary gland from which, on female mammals, milk is secreted.
  2. A mechanical device through which liquids or gases can be passed in a regulated manner.

verb

  1. To fit (a baby's bottle, etc.) with a nipple.
  2. To give one's nipple to (a baby) to allow breastfeeding.

Synonyms

titteat

Words that rhyme with nipple

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

rippletipplecrippletripletripplefippleparticipledippeldipplegipplehipple

Related words

teatmamillamammillatitpapareolapacifiernozzle

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nipple"?▾

"Nipple" has 2 syllables: nippl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "nipple"?▾

The IPA transcription of "nipple" is /ˈnɪp(ə)l/.

What does "nipple" mean?▾

Nipple: The projection of a mammary gland from which, on female mammals, milk is secreted.

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