How to Pronounce Yep

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

yep

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Syllable

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Letters

/jɛp/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “yep”

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

What does yep mean?

noun

  1. Yes.

    “I'll take that as a yep, then.”

adverb

  1. Yes.

Antonyms

nope

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Words that rhyme with yep

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

schlepstepsidestepoverstepsteppemissteplockstepschlepprepshlephepfootstep

Related words

yeayupyeswellsurerightayeyeah

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "yep"?▾

"Yep" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "yep"?▾

The IPA transcription of "yep" is /jɛp/.

What does "yep" mean?▾

Yep: Yes.

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