How to pronounce fussbutton
Say it like FUHS-buht-un. Fussbutton has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FUHS).
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- FUHS
- buht
- un
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Fussbutton pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FUHSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- buhtGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of fussbutton
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: FUHS-buht-un.
What does fussbutton mean?
- One who complains or fusses a great deal, especially about unimportant matters.“Convention security! A gutter-mouthy fuss-button is harassing me and my booth-mates!”
Questions about saying fussbutton
How do you pronounce fussbutton?
Say FUHS-buht-un. The American pronunciation is /ˈfʌsˌbʌtən/. In British English it is /ˈfʌsˌbʌtən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in fussbutton?
Fussbutton has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FUHS). Broken into parts: FUHS · buht · un.
Is fussbutton 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 /ˈfʌsˌbʌtən/ (FUHS-buht-un).