American English pronunciation

How to pronounce 'cup' in American English

Learn the American English pronunciation of "cup" with simple phonetic spelling, IPA transcription, meaning, example sentences, and AI-powered pronunciation practice.

Pronunciation of "cup"

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Simple pronunciation
kuhp
IPA transcription
/kʰəp̚/
Word frequency
1,428th

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What does "cup" mean?

  1. a small bowl-shaped container for drinking liquids, usually with a handle

Examples of "cup" in a sentence

  • She sipped her tea from the cup.
  • I spilled the milk all over the cup.
  • He won a trophy for his team's victory in the cup.

How common is "cup"?

Cup is the 1,428th most common word in English.

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