How to Pronounce Peppery

To pronounce "peppery", say PEPP-ery — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpɛpəɹi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈpɛpəɹi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “peppery”

"peppery" has 2 syllables: pepp-ery.

What does peppery mean?

adjective

  1. Having the taste of pepper.
  2. Having a fiery temperament.

    “a peppery old Army major”

Related words

spicygingerypungenthotpepperlikepepperishpeppercornypepperminty

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "peppery"?▾

"Peppery" has 2 syllables: pepp · ery.

What is the IPA transcription of "peppery"?▾

The IPA transcription of "peppery" is /ˈpɛpəɹi/.

What does "peppery" mean?▾

Peppery: Having the taste of pepper.

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