How to Pronounce "swipe"

word

/ˈswaɪp/

SWYP

/swˈaɪp/

SWYP

Definition

To move something quickly across a surface, especially with your hand or finger; also, to pass a card through a reader, or informally, to steal something.

IPA Transcription

American English

/ˈswaɪp/

British English

/swˈaɪp/

Simplified Pronunciation

SWYP

Listen in Context

Please swipe your card to enter the building.

He swiped the screen to see the next photo.

Someone swiped my sandwich from the fridge.

Just swipe left if you’re not interested.