How to pronounce coupist
Say it like KOO-ist. Coupist has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOO).
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- KOO
- ist
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Coupist pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- istKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of coupist
American and British speakers say coupist in essentially the same way: /ˈkuɪst/ in the US and /ˈkuːɪst/ in the UK.
British respelling: KOO-ist.
What does coupist mean?
- One who takes part in a coup d'état.
Where does coupist come from?
From coup + -ist.
Questions about saying coupist
How do you pronounce coupist?
Say KOO-ist. The American pronunciation is /ˈkuɪst/. In British English it is /ˈkuːɪst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in coupist?
Coupist has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOO). Broken into parts: KOO · ist.
Do Americans and Brits say coupist the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkuɪst/ and the British form is /ˈkuːɪst/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.