How to pronounce elfish
Say it like EL-fish. Elfish has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EL).
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- EL
- fish
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Elfish pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ELSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- fishKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of elfish
American and British speakers say elfish in essentially the same way: /ˈɛlfɪʃ/ in the US and /ˈɛlfɪʃ/ in the UK.
British respelling: EL-fish.
What does elfish mean?
- Characteristic of an elf; elfin, elven.
- Mischievous.
Where does elfish come from?
From elf + -ish.
Words that rhyme with elfish
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of elfish.
Questions about saying elfish
How do you pronounce elfish?
Say EL-fish. The American pronunciation is /ˈɛlfɪʃ/. In British English it is /ˈɛlfɪʃ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in elfish?
Elfish has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EL). Broken into parts: EL · fish.
Do Americans and Brits say elfish the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɛlfɪʃ/ and the British form is /ˈɛlfɪʃ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.