How to Pronounce Skippered

To pronounce "skippered", say SKIPP-er-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

SKIPP-er-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “skippered”

"skippered" has 3 syllables: skipp-er-ed. It rhymes with slippered, if that helps it stick.

What does skippered mean?

verb

  1. To captain a ship or a sports team.

verb

  1. To take shelter in a barn or shed.

Words that rhyme with skippered

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

slippered

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "skippered"?▾

"Skippered" has 3 syllables: skipp · er · ed.

What does "skippered" mean?▾

Skippered: To captain a ship or a sports team.

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