How to Pronounce "trooper"
word
/ˈtɹupɝ/
TROO-pur
/tɹˈuːpɐ/
TROO-puh
Definition
A trooper can refer to a soldier, especially one in a cavalry or armored unit, or a police officer in a state police force in the US. Informally, it also describes someone who bravely deals with difficult situations.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈtɹupɝ/
British English
/tɹˈuːpɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TROO-pur
UK
TROO-puh
Listen in Context
The trooper led the group through the forest.
My uncle is a trooper in the state police.
She acted like a trooper and finished the race, even though she was tired.
Don't worry about him—he's a trooper and can handle anything.