How to pronounce abruptness
Say it like uh-BRUHP-nus. Abruptness has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BRUHP).
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- uh
- BRUHP
- nus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Abruptness pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- BRUHPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- nusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of abruptness
American and British speakers say abruptness in essentially the same way: /əˈbrʌpnəs/ in the US and /əˈbrʌpnəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: uh-BRUHP-nus.
What does abruptness mean?
- The state of being abrupt or broken
- Suddenness; unceremonious haste or vehemence.
Where does abruptness come from?
From abrupt + -ness.
Similar and opposite words
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Questions about saying abruptness
How do you pronounce abruptness?
Say uh-BRUHP-nus. The American pronunciation is /əˈbrʌpnəs/. In British English it is /əˈbrʌpnəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in abruptness?
Abruptness has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BRUHP). Broken into parts: uh · BRUHP · nus.
Do Americans and Brits say abruptness the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /əˈbrʌpnəs/ and the British form is /əˈbrʌpnəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.