To pronounce "syrup", say SYRUP — one syllable, IPA /ˈsɪ.ɹəp/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈsɪ.ɹəp/
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"syrup" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with stirrup and sirup, if that helps it stick.
noun
“maple syrup”
“cough syrup”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Syrup" has one syllable.
The IPA transcription of "syrup" is /ˈsɪ.ɹəp/.
Syrup: Any thick liquid that has a high sugar content and which is added to or poured over food as a flavouring.
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