How to Pronounce Riprap

To pronounce "riprap", say RIPR-ap — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɹɪpɹap/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈɹɪpɹap/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “riprap”

"riprap" has 2 syllables: ripr-ap. It rhymes with rip-rap, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: rip-rap — easy to mix up when writing.

What does riprap mean?

noun

  1. An underwater bank seen as a danger to shipping.
  2. Rocks or other materials used to shore up an embankment, deter or prevent erosion, guide shipping, or serve as a temporary mooring.

verb

  1. To form a riprap in or upon.

Words that rhyme with riprap

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

rip-rap

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "riprap"?▾

"Riprap" has 2 syllables: ripr · ap.

What is the IPA transcription of "riprap"?▾

The IPA transcription of "riprap" is /ˈɹɪpɹap/.

What does "riprap" mean?▾

Riprap: An underwater bank seen as a danger to shipping.

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