How to Pronounce Taper

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈteɪpə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “taper”

"taper" has 2 syllables: tap-er. It rhymes with caper and vapor, if that helps it stick.

What does taper mean?

noun

  1. A slender wax candle; a small lighted wax candle
  2. (by extension) a small light.

verb

  1. To make thinner or narrower at one end.
  2. To diminish gradually.

adjective

  1. Tapered; narrowing to a point.

Synonyms

narrow

Words that rhyme with taper

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

capervaporpaperscraperwallpaperdraperskyscrapersandpapershaper

Related words

candlewicksharpenpointtapeacuminatescrollthin

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "taper"?▾

"Taper" has 2 syllables: tap · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "taper"?▾

The IPA transcription of "taper" is /ˈteɪpə/.

What does "taper" mean?▾

Taper: A slender wax candle; a small lighted wax candle

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