How to Pronounce Stopper

To pronounce "stopper", say STOPP-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈstɔp.ə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈstɔp.ə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “stopper”

"stopper" has 2 syllables: stopp-er. It rhymes with proper and improper, if that helps it stick.

What does stopper mean?

noun

Agent noun of stop, someone or something that stops something.
A type of knot at the end of a rope, to prevent it from unravelling.
“Put a stopper in the knot.”

verb

To close a container by using a stopper.
“He tightly stoppered the decanter, thinking the expensive liqueur had been evaporating.”

Synonyms

plug local stopping train

Antonyms

express fast

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Words that rhyme with stopper

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

proper improper pauper copper hopper cropper popper dropper sopor topper lopper bopper

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "stopper"?▾

"Stopper" has 2 syllables: stopp · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "stopper"?▾

The IPA transcription of "stopper" is /ˈstɔp.ə/.

What does "stopper" mean?▾

Stopper: Agent noun of stop, someone or something that stops something.

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