How to pronounce astute
Say it like uh-STOOT. Astute has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STOOT).
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- uh
- STOOT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Astute 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.
- STOOTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of astute
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: uh-STYOOT.
What does astute mean?
- Quickly and critically discerning.
- Shrewd or crafty.“astute analysis”
Where does astute come from?
From Latin astūtus, from astus (“craft”).
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Words that rhyme with astute
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Questions about saying astute
How do you pronounce astute?
Say uh-STOOT. The American pronunciation is /əˈstut/. In British English it is /əˈstjuːt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in astute?
Astute has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STOOT). Broken into parts: uh · STOOT.
Is astute 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 /əˈstjuːt/ (uh-STYOOT).