How to Pronounce Upper

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈʌpə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “upper”

"upper" has 2 syllables: upp-er. It rhymes with scupper and supper, if that helps it stick.

What does upper mean?

noun

  1. A stimulant, such as amphetamine, that increases energy and decreases appetite.
  2. The upper portion of something

adjective

  1. At a higher level, rank or position.
  2. Situated on higher ground, further inland, or more northerly.

Antonyms

lowerunder

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Words that rhyme with upper

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scuppersuppercuppercruppergrippersnippertupperkupper

Related words

hightopsuperiorspeedamphetaminetopmostuppermosthigh-level

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "upper"?▾

"Upper" has 2 syllables: upp · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "upper"?▾

The IPA transcription of "upper" is /ˈʌpə/.

What does "upper" mean?▾

Upper: A stimulant, such as amphetamine, that increases energy and decreases appetite.

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