How to pronounce dyestuff
Say it like DY-stuhf. Dyestuff has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DY).
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- DY
- stuhf
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dyestuff pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- stuhfGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of dyestuff
American and British speakers say dyestuff in essentially the same way: /ˈdaɪˌstʌf/ in the US and /ˈdaɪˌstʌf/ in the UK.
British respelling: DY-stuhf.
What does dyestuff mean?
- Any soluble pigment used for dyeing the hair, fabric, etc.
Where does dyestuff come from?
From dye + stuff.
Questions about saying dyestuff
How do you pronounce dyestuff?
Say DY-stuhf. The American pronunciation is /ˈdaɪˌstʌf/. In British English it is /ˈdaɪˌstʌf/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dyestuff?
Dyestuff has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DY). Broken into parts: DY · stuhf.
Do Americans and Brits say dyestuff the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈdaɪˌstʌf/ and the British form is /ˈdaɪˌstʌf/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.