How to Pronounce Sweeper

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈswipɚ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sweeper”

"sweeper" has 2 syllables: sweep-er. It rhymes with peeper and keeper, if that helps it stick.

What does sweeper mean?

noun

  1. One who sweeps floors or chimneys.
  2. A detector (for mines).

Words that rhyme with sweeper

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

peeperkeepersleepercreepergatekeepergroundskeeperreaperweeperpeacekeeperhousekeepergamekeepercheaper

Related words

broomchimneycrossing-sweepercleaner-upsweepwashersweepstakerscrubwiper

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sweeper"?▾

"Sweeper" has 2 syllables: sweep · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "sweeper"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sweeper" is /ˈswipɚ/.

What does "sweeper" mean?▾

Sweeper: One who sweeps floors or chimneys.

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