How to pronounce astew
Say it like uh-STOO. Astew has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STOO).
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- uh
- STOO
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Astew 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.
- STOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of astew
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: uh-STYOO.
What does astew mean?
- stewing, very hot and wet
- stewing, in a state of agitation
Where does astew come from?
From a- + stew (“to suffer under uncomfortably hot conditions; to be in a state of elevated anxiety or anger”).
Words that rhyme with astew
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of astew.
Questions about saying astew
How do you pronounce astew?
Say uh-STOO. The American pronunciation is /əˈstu/. In British English it is /əˈstjuː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in astew?
Astew has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STOO). Broken into parts: uh · STOO.
Is astew pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune). The British form is /əˈstjuː/ (uh-STYOO).