How to Pronounce Sapper

To pronounce "sapper", say SAPP-er — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

SAPP-er

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💡 Tip for remembering “sapper”

"sapper" has 2 syllables: sapp-er. It rhymes with dapper and clapper, if that helps it stick.

What does sapper mean?

noun

  1. One who saps; specifically, one who is employed in working at saps, building and repairing fortifications, and the like. Often known as a combat engineer or military engineer.
  2. An officer or private of the Royal Engineers.

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Words that rhyme with sapper

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dapperclapperwrappertrapperslapperstrappersaporcrapperscrappersnapperkidnapperrapper

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sapper"?▾

"Sapper" has 2 syllables: sapp · er.

What does "sapper" mean?▾

Sapper: One who saps; specifically, one who is employed in working at saps, building and repairing fortifications, and the like. Often known as a combat engineer or military engineer.

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