How to Pronounce Super

To pronounce "super", say SUP-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈs(j)uːpə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Accent

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈs(j)uːpə(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “super”

"super" has 2 syllables: sup-er. It rhymes with stupor and pooper, if that helps it stick.

What does super mean?

adjective

Of excellent quality, superfine.
Better than average, better than usual; wonderful.

adverb

Very; extremely (used like the prefix super-).
“The party was super awesome.”

Synonyms

awesome excellent

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Words that rhyme with super

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

stupor pooper trooper looper snooper cooper blooper grouper paratrooper trouper cowper stooper

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "super"?▾

"Super" has 2 syllables: sup · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "super"?▾

The IPA transcription of "super" is /ˈs(j)uːpə(ɹ)/.

What does "super" mean?▾

Super: Of excellent quality, superfine.

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