How to Pronounce Strep

To pronounce "strep", say STREP — one syllable, IPA /stɹɛp/. 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

/stɹɛp/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “strep”

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

What does strep mean?

noun

  1. A strep throat.
  2. A streptococcus.

Synonyms

strepto

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Words that rhyme with strep

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

schlepstepsidestepoverstepsteppemissteplockstepschlepprepshlephepfootstep

Related words

streptococcusstreptococciridgerhodococcusrickettsiarabdosphincterrepprheovirus

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "strep"?▾

"Strep" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "strep"?▾

The IPA transcription of "strep" is /stɹɛp/.

What does "strep" mean?▾

Strep: A strep throat.

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