How to pronounce eightish
Say it like AY-tish. Eightish has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AY).
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US American/ˈeɪtɪʃ/AY-tish
UK British/ˈeɪtɪʃ/AY-tish
- AY
- tish
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Eightish pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- AYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- tishKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of eightish
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: AY-tish.
What does eightish mean?
noun
- Any time close to eight o'clock.
- Approximately eight.
Where does eightish come from?
From eight + -ish.
Questions about saying eightish
How do you pronounce eightish?
Say AY-tish. The American pronunciation is /ˈeɪtɪʃ/. In British English it is /ˈeɪtɪʃ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in eightish?
Eightish has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AY). Broken into parts: AY · tish.
Is eightish 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 /ˈeɪtɪʃ/ (AY-tish).