How to pronounce curt
Say it like KURT. Curt is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- KURT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Curt pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KURTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of curt
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KURT.
What does curt mean?
- Brief or terse, especially to the point of being rude.
- Short or concise.
Where does curt come from?
From the Latin curtus (“shortened”).
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with curt
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Questions about saying curt
How do you pronounce curt?
Say KURT. The American pronunciation is /kɝt/. In British English it is /kɜːt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in curt?
Curt is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: KURT.
Is curt pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /kɜːt/ (KURT).