American English pronunciation

How to pronounce 'zip' in American English

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

Pronunciation of "zip"

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Simple pronunciation
zihp
IPA transcription
/zɪp̚/
Word frequency
5,379th

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What does "zip" mean?

  1. 1.a device with two strips of metal or plastic that slide together to close an opening
  2. 2.to move very fast

Examples of "zip" in a sentence

  • The zipper on my jacket broke.
  • I got a good deal on that zip car.
  • Can you help me zip up my dress?

How common is "zip"?

Zip is the 5,379th most common word in English.

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