How to pronounce devilish
Say it like DEV-lish. Devilish has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DEV).
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- DEV
- lish
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Devilish pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DEVSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- lishKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of devilish
American and British speakers say devilish in essentially the same way: /ˈdɛvlɪʃ/ in the US and /ˈdɛvlɪʃ/ in the UK.
British respelling: DEV-lish.
What does devilish mean?
- Resembling a devil.
- Evil, wicked.
- Roguish or mischievous.“a devilish grin”
- Devilishly; very; exceedingly.“It was devilish hot outside today.”
Where does devilish come from?
Norwegian djevelsk (“devilish”).
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Questions about saying devilish
How do you pronounce devilish?
Say DEV-lish. The American pronunciation is /ˈdɛvlɪʃ/. In British English it is /ˈdɛvlɪʃ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in devilish?
Devilish has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DEV). Broken into parts: DEV · lish.
Do Americans and Brits say devilish the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈdɛvlɪʃ/ and the British form is /ˈdɛvlɪʃ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.