How to pronounce cutis
Say it like KYOO-tus. Cutis has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KYOO).
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- KYOO
- tus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cutis pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KYOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- tusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of cutis
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: KYOO-tis.
What does cutis mean?
- The true skin, underlying the epidermis.
- The peridium of some fungi.
Where does cutis come from?
From Latin cutis (“living skin”).
Questions about saying cutis
How do you pronounce cutis?
Say KYOO-tus. The American pronunciation is /ˈkjutəs/. In British English it is /ˈkjuːtɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cutis?
Cutis has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KYOO). Broken into parts: KYOO · tus.
Is cutis 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 /ˈkjuːtɪs/ (KYOO-tis).