How to pronounce blowsy
Say it like BLOW-zee. Blowsy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BLOW).
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- BLOW
- zee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Blowsy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BLOWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- zeeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of blowsy
American and British speakers say blowsy in essentially the same way: /ˈblaʊzi/ in the US and /ˈblaʊzi/ in the UK.
British respelling: BLOW-zee.
What does blowsy mean?
- Having a reddish, coarse complexion, especially with a pudgy face.
- Slovenly or unkempt, in the manner of a beggar or slattern.
- Unrefined, countrified.
Where does blowsy come from?
From blows(e) + -y.
Words that rhyme with blowsy
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of blowsy.
Questions about saying blowsy
How do you pronounce blowsy?
Say BLOW-zee. The American pronunciation is /ˈblaʊzi/. In British English it is /ˈblaʊzi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in blowsy?
Blowsy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BLOW). Broken into parts: BLOW · zee.
Do Americans and Brits say blowsy the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈblaʊzi/ and the British form is /ˈblaʊzi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.