Learn How to Pronounce cap
Not sure how to say a word? Try the Promova pronunciation tool for free and learn how to pronounce anything in English correctly. Discover over 100,000 words and easily learn English pronunciation online!
Find your word:
Find how to pronounce a word and practice it in our free word pronouncer for English learners!
How to pronounce:
cap
Definition:
(nou) a tight-fitting headdress (nou) a top (as for a bottle) (nou) a mechanical or electrical explosive device or a small amount of explosive; can be used to initiate the reaction of a disrupting explosive (nou) something serving as a cover or protection (nou) a fruiting structure resembling an umbrella or a cone that forms the top of a stalked fleshy fungus such as a mushroom (nou) a protective covering that is part of a plant (nou) an upper limit on what is allowed (nou) dental appliance consisting of an artificial crown for a broken or decayed tooth (nou) the upper part of a column that supports the entablature
Phonetic Transcription:
kæp
Examples:
The plastic bottom on the bottle cap is used to keep the liquid in the bottle.
After chilling the bottles, the neck is frozen, and the cap removed.
The wide mouthed bottles are known for having rebus puzzles under the cap.
Learn more about:cap
Related Words:
How to perfect your pronunciation of: cap
Learn Individual Sounds
Break cap down into individual sounds such as kæp. Practice these parts before you learn to say the whole word.
Copy Others
Use the tools above to find out how different people say cap in their accents, then try to repeat after them.
Pick an Accent
Avoid mixing word pronunciations. If you’re learning American English, stick to it and try not to confuse yourself with British pronunciation.
Record Yourself
Say cap in the pronunciation tool as many times as it takes before you get it right. Record yourself saying different sentences with cap.
Get a Native Tutor
Improve your pronunciation with native speakers! Practice with American, British, and Australian teachers on Promova.
Common mistakes of cap pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "cap" with a long vowel sound, like "cape". This leads to confusion. Tip: Focus on the short "a" sound, as in /kæp/ for US and /kæp/ for UK.
- Misplacing stress: Many mistakenly stress the second syllable or misplace stress entirely when saying "cap". However, "cap" is a single-syllable word. Tip: Remember, there's no secondary stress; the emphasis is on the first and only syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "p": Some speakers add an extra sound at the end, saying "cap-p". This can sound unnatural. Tip: Ensure you pronounce "cap" as /kæp/ without adding any extra sounds after the "p".
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often confuse "cap" with "cab" or "cup". This can lead to misunderstanding. Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sounds; "cap" has the short "a" sound, while "cab" has a different vowel sound.
- Neglecting the final consonant: Some might drop the "p" sound at the end, saying "ca". This can change the meaning. Tip: Make sure to clearly articulate the "p" sound, ensuring it is crisp and distinct.