To pronounce "rap", say RAP — one syllable, IPA /ɹæp/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ɹæp/
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"rap" 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: wrap, rapp, rappe — easy to mix up when writing.
noun
“The teacher gave the wayward pupil a rap across the knuckles with her ruler.”
“You can't act irresponsibly and then expect me to take the rap.”
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Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Rap" has one syllable.
The IPA transcription of "rap" is /ɹæp/.
Rap: A sharp blow with something hard.
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