How to Pronounce Upper-class

To pronounce "upper-class", say UPP-ercl-ass — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈʌpɚˌklæs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˈʌpɚˌklæs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “upper-class”

"upper-class" has 3 syllables: upp-ercl-ass.

What does upper-class mean?

adjective

  1. Of high social position
  2. Aristocratic

Related words

wellbornqualitypropertieduproperty-owningelitehigh-classupper

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "upper-class"?▾

"Upper-class" has 3 syllables: upp · ercl · ass.

What is the IPA transcription of "upper-class"?▾

The IPA transcription of "upper-class" is /ˈʌpɚˌklæs/.

What does "upper-class" mean?▾

Upper-class: Of high social position

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