How to Pronounce Scamper

To pronounce "scamper", say SCAMP-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈskæmpə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈskæmpə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “scamper”

"scamper" has 2 syllables: scamp-er. It rhymes with pamper and hamper, if that helps it stick.

What does scamper mean?

noun

  1. A quick, light run.

verb

  1. To run quickly and lightly, especially in a playful or undignified manner.

    “The dog scampered after the squirrel.”

Synonyms

scurry

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Words that rhyme with scamper

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pamperhamperclamperdampertampervampercamperstampertramperchamper

Related words

scurryskitterscramblescuttletriprunnerskedaddlerack

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "scamper"?▾

"Scamper" has 2 syllables: scamp · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "scamper"?▾

The IPA transcription of "scamper" is /ˈskæmpə/.

What does "scamper" mean?▾

Scamper: A quick, light run.

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