How to pronounce fluttersome
Say it like FLUHT-er-sum. Fluttersome has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FLUHT).
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- FLUHT
- er
- sum
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Fluttersome pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FLUHTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- sumKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of fluttersome
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: FLUHT-uh-sum.
What does fluttersome mean?
- Marked by fluttering; (by extension) restless; nimble.
Where does fluttersome come from?
From flutter + -some.
Questions about saying fluttersome
How do you pronounce fluttersome?
Say FLUHT-er-sum. The American pronunciation is /ˈflʌtərsəm/. In British English it is /ˈflʌtəsəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in fluttersome?
Fluttersome has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FLUHT). Broken into parts: FLUHT · er · sum.
Is fluttersome pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈflʌtəsəm/ (FLUHT-uh-sum).