"rapier" 怎么发音

word

US

ˈɹeɪpiɝ

RAY-pee-er

UK

ɹˈeɪpiə

RAY-pee-uh

释义

A rapier is a thin, light, sharp-pointed sword used mainly for thrusting. The word can also describe something (usually wit or intelligence) that is quick and very sharp.

IPA 音标

美式英语

ˈɹeɪpiɝ

英式英语

ɹˈeɪpiə

简化发音

美式

RAY-pee-er

英式

RAY-pee-uh

语境中听

The knight drew his rapier from the sheath.

A rapier is lighter than a traditional sword.

She practices fencing with a rapier every week.

His comments cut through the confusion like a rapier—sharp and precise.