How to Pronounce Ripe

To pronounce "ripe", say RIP-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ɹaɪp/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/ɹaɪp/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ripe”

"ripe" has 2 syllables: rip-e. It rhymes with archetype and gripe, if that helps it stick.

What does ripe mean?

noun

  1. A fruit or vegetable which has ripened.

verb

  1. To ripen or mature

adjective

  1. (of fruits, vegetables, seeds etc.) Ready for reaping or gathering; having attained perfection; mature

    “ripe apples”

  2. (of foods) Advanced to the state of fitness for use; mellow

    “ripe cheese”

Synonyms

consummate

Antonyms

unripe

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Words that rhyme with ripe

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

archetypegripesnipeprototypetypewipepipestereotypehypestripeswipeslype

Related words

overripematureagedmellowmellowedrightgoodlate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ripe"?▾

"Ripe" has 2 syllables: rip · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "ripe"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ripe" is /ɹaɪp/.

What does "ripe" mean?▾

Ripe: A fruit or vegetable which has ripened.

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