How to Pronounce Sheep

To pronounce "sheep", say SHEEP — one syllable, IPA /ʃiːp/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/ʃiːp/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sheep”

"sheep" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with creep and weep, if that helps it stick.

What does sheep mean?

noun

  1. A woolly ruminant of the genus Ovis.
  2. A timid, shy person who is easily led by others.

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Words that rhyme with sheep

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

creepweepdeepsweepkeeppeepreapleapsteepheapseepclepe

Related words

ovinelambeweshepherdsheepmeatpastorherdargali

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sheep"?▾

"Sheep" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "sheep"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sheep" is /ʃiːp/.

What does "sheep" mean?▾

Sheep: A woolly ruminant of the genus Ovis.

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