How to Pronounce “wrapper”
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- American (US)
- /ˈɹæpɚ/
- British (UK)
- /ˈɹæpɚ/
What “wrapper” means
noun — Something that is wrapped around something else as a cover or protection: a wrapping.
Pronunciation Notes
The w is silent. Initial wr- is pronounced /r/. “wrapper” begins on the r; the w is a fossil of an older pronunciation.
Where the stress falls. “wrapper” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /ˈɹæpɚ/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "wrapper" mean?
wrapper (noun): Something that is wrapped around something else as a cover or protection: a wrapping.
How do you pronounce "wrapper" in American vs British English?
Both accents use the same sequence of phonemes for "wrapper", /ˈɹæpɚ/, 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 "wrapper"?
/ˈɹæpɚ/ in American English, /ˈɹæpɚ/ in British English.
Which syllable is stressed in "wrapper"?
“wrapper” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /ˈɹæpɚ/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
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