How to pronounce bootee
Say it like BOO-tee. Bootee has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BOO).
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- BOO
- tee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Bootee pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- teeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of bootee
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: BOO-tee.
What does bootee mean?
- A soft, woolen shoe, usually knitted, for a baby or small pet.“Take off the baby's bootees before you put her in the crib.”
- A thick sock worn under a wetsuit.
- An overshoe or sock worn to cover dirty shoes or feet.“Surgeons often slip on bootees before entering the operating room.”
Where does bootee come from?
From boot + -ee (diminutive suffix).
Words that rhyme with bootee
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Words that sound like bootee
Questions about saying bootee
How do you pronounce bootee?
Say BOO-tee. The American pronunciation is /ˈbuti/. In British English it is /ˈbuːti/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in bootee?
Bootee has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BOO). Broken into parts: BOO · tee.
Is bootee pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈbuːti/ (BOO-tee).
What words sound the same as bootee?
Bootee sounds the same as booty in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.