How to Pronounce "sap"
word
/ˈsæp/
sap
/sˈæp/
sap
Definition
A watery liquid carried inside plants or trees; also, to gradually weaken someone's strength or energy.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈsæp/
British English
/sˈæp/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
sap
UK
sap
Listen in Context
The maple tree produces sweet sap in spring.
He felt tired because the heat sapped his energy.
Farmers collect sap to make syrup.
Long hours at work really sap my motivation.