How to Pronounce Veep

To pronounce "veep", say VEEP — one syllable, IPA /viːp/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/viːp/

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💡 Tip for remembering “veep”

"veep" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with creep and weep, if that helps it stick.

What does veep mean?

noun

  1. (US politics) The Vice President of the United States; the office of Vice President of the United States, especially during an election cycle where several are in the running for the nomination.

    “She's running for veep.”

  2. Any vice president (in a corporation, organization, etc.)

    “I have a meeting this afternoon at Citibank with some veeps.”

Words that rhyme with veep

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

creepweepdeepsweepkeeppeepreapleapsteepheapseepclepe

Related words

vice-chairmanvice-presidentdeputyattorneympsvicedeputiesvice-

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "veep"?▾

"Veep" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "veep"?▾

The IPA transcription of "veep" is /viːp/.

What does "veep" mean?▾

Veep: (US politics) The Vice President of the United States; the office of Vice President of the United States, especially during an election cycle where several are in the running for the nomination.

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