How to Pronounce Swoop

To pronounce "swoop", say SWOOP — one syllable, IPA /ˈswuːp/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

Letters

/ˈswuːp/

IPA

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

Sounds exactly like: swoope — easy to mix up when writing.

noun

An instance, or the act of suddenly plunging downward.
“The quality of decision is like the well-timed swoop of a falcon which enables it to strike and destroy its victim. – Sun Tzu”
A sudden act of seizing.

verb

To fly or glide downwards suddenly; to plunge (in the air) or nosedive.
“The lone eagle swooped down into the lake, snatching its prey, a small fish.”
To move swiftly, as if with a sweeping movement, especially to attack something.
“The dog had enthusiastically swooped down on the bone.”

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How many syllables are in "swoop"?▾

"Swoop" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "swoop"?▾

The IPA transcription of "swoop" is /ˈswuːp/.

What does "swoop" mean?▾

Swoop: An instance, or the act of suddenly plunging downward.

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