How to pronounce atwist
Say it like uh-TWIST. Atwist has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TWIST).
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- uh
- TWIST
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Atwist 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.
- TWISTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of atwist
American and British speakers say atwist in essentially the same way: /əˈtwɪst/ in the US and /əˈtwɪst/ in the UK.
British respelling: uh-TWIST.
What does atwist mean?
- Twisted; distorted; awry
Where does atwist come from?
From a- + twist.
Words that rhyme with atwist
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of atwist.
Questions about saying atwist
How do you pronounce atwist?
Say uh-TWIST. The American pronunciation is /əˈtwɪst/. In British English it is /əˈtwɪst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in atwist?
Atwist has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TWIST). Broken into parts: uh · TWIST.
Do Americans and Brits say atwist the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /əˈtwɪst/ and the British form is /əˈtwɪst/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.