How to pronounce bloodlust
Say it like BLUHD-luhst. Bloodlust has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BLUHD).
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- BLUHD
- luhst
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Bloodlust pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BLUHDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- luhstGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of bloodlust
American and British speakers say bloodlust in essentially the same way: /ˈblʌdˌlʌst/ in the US and /ˈblʌdˌlʌst/ in the UK.
British respelling: BLUHD-luhst.
What does bloodlust mean?
- A desire for bloodshed and carnage, often aroused in the heat of battle and leading to uncontrolled slaughter and torture.
Where does bloodlust come from?
From blood + lust.
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Questions about saying bloodlust
How do you pronounce bloodlust?
Say BLUHD-luhst. The American pronunciation is /ˈblʌdˌlʌst/. In British English it is /ˈblʌdˌlʌst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in bloodlust?
Bloodlust has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BLUHD). Broken into parts: BLUHD · luhst.
Do Americans and Brits say bloodlust the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈblʌdˌlʌst/ and the British form is /ˈblʌdˌlʌst/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.