How to pronounce fluffy
Say it like FLUHF-ee. Fluffy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FLUHF).
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- FLUHF
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Fluffy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FLUHFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of fluffy
American and British speakers say fluffy in essentially the same way: /ˈflʌfi/ in the US and /ˈflʌfi/ in the UK.
British respelling: FLUHF-ee.
What does fluffy mean?
- like down or as soft as down
Where does fluffy come from?
From fluff + -y. Compare German flauschig (“fluffy”).
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with fluffy
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of fluffy.
Questions about saying fluffy
How do you pronounce fluffy?
Say FLUHF-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈflʌfi/. In British English it is /ˈflʌfi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in fluffy?
Fluffy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FLUHF). Broken into parts: FLUHF · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say fluffy the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈflʌfi/ and the British form is /ˈflʌfi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.