How to Pronounce "sweeper"
word
ˈswipɝ
SWEE-per
swˈiːpɐ
SWEE-puh
Definition
A sweeper is a person whose job is to clean floors or streets using a broom or a special machine. It can also refer to a machine that sweeps and cleans surfaces.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈswipɝ
British English
swˈiːpɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SWEE-per
UK
SWEE-puh
Listen in Context
He worked as a sweeper before becoming a manager.
Did you see the new sweeper out on Main Street this morning?
The sweeper cleans the streets every morning.
We bought a new sweeper for the office floor.