How to Pronounce Skipper

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈskɪpɚ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “skipper”

"skipper" has 2 syllables: skipp-er. It rhymes with chipper and dipper, if that helps it stick.

What does skipper mean?

noun

  1. The master of a ship.
  2. A coach, director, or other leader.

verb

  1. To captain a ship or a sports team.

Synonyms

captainmaster

Words that rhyme with skipper

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

chipperdipperripperkippershipperclipperstripperzippertippergipperslippertripper

Related words

captainmastersailorcoxswainnavigatorpilotcapitainemotorman

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "skipper"?▾

"Skipper" has 2 syllables: skipp · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "skipper"?▾

The IPA transcription of "skipper" is /ˈskɪpɚ/.

What does "skipper" mean?▾

Skipper: The master of a ship.

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