How to Pronounce Toupee

To pronounce "toupee", say TOUP-ee — 2 syllables, IPA /tuːˈpeɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/tuːˈpeɪ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “toupee”

"toupee" has 2 syllables: toup-ee. It rhymes with convey and display, if that helps it stick.

What does toupee mean?

noun

  1. A wig of false hair worn to cover a bald spot, especially as worn by a man.
  2. A little tuft; a curl or artificial lock of hair.

Words that rhyme with toupee

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "toupee"?▾

"Toupee" has 2 syllables: toup · ee.

What is the IPA transcription of "toupee"?▾

The IPA transcription of "toupee" is /tuːˈpeɪ/.

What does "toupee" mean?▾

Toupee: A wig of false hair worn to cover a bald spot, especially as worn by a man.

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