How to Pronounce "nippers"
word
ˈnɪpɝ
NIP-erz
nˈɪpəz
NIP-uhz
Definition
Nippers are small hand tools with two sharp jaws, used for cutting things like wire or nails. The term can also refer to nail clippers or similar small cutters.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈnɪpɝ
British English
nˈɪpəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NIP-erz
UK
NIP-uhz
Listen in Context
He used a pair of nippers to cut the wire.
The manicurist reached for her nippers to trim my cuticles.
These nippers are too small for thick nails.
Grab the nippers—we need to snip these loose wires.