How to Pronounce "elope"
word
/ɪˈɫoʊp/
ih-LOHP
/ɪlˈəʊp/
ih-LOHP
Definition
To run away secretly with someone, usually to get married without telling family or friends.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ɪˈɫoʊp/
British English
/ɪlˈəʊp/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ih-LOHP
UK
ih-LOHP
Listen in Context
They decided to elope because their families did not approve.
My aunt eloped with her boyfriend when she was young.
If you elope, you don’t need a big wedding.
They secretly planned to elope in Paris and start a new life together.