How to Pronounce “crêpe”

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IPA Transcription

American (US): /kreɪp/
British (UK): /kreɪp/

What “crêpe” means

noun — Alternative spelling of crepe.

Pronunciation Notes

The final e is silent. The transcription /kreɪp/ ends on a consonant sound, so the written e at the end of “crêpe” is not pronounced.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "crêpe" mean?

crêpe (noun): Alternative spelling of crepe.

How do you pronounce "crêpe" in American vs British English?

Both accents use the same sequence of phonemes for "crêpe", /kreɪp/, so the difference you hear is in how the vowels are coloured rather than in which sounds are used. Play both on this page to compare.

What is the IPA transcription of "crêpe"?

/kreɪp/ in American English, /kreɪp/ in British English.

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