How to pronounce custardy
Say it like KUHS-ter-dee. Custardy has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KUHS).
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- KUHS
- ter
- dee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Custardy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KUHSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- deeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of custardy
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KUHS-tuh-dee.
What does custardy mean?
- Containing custard.
- Resembling or characteristic of custard in taste, texture, etc.
Where does custardy come from?
From custard + -y.
Questions about saying custardy
How do you pronounce custardy?
Say KUHS-ter-dee. The American pronunciation is /ˈkʌstɚdi/. In British English it is /ˈkʌstədi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in custardy?
Custardy has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KUHS). Broken into parts: KUHS · ter · dee.
Is custardy 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 /ˈkʌstədi/ (KUHS-tuh-dee).