How to pronounce fuzzword
Say it like FUHZ-wurd. Fuzzword has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FUHZ).
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- FUHZ
- wurd
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Fuzzword pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FUHZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- wurdKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of fuzzword
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: FUHZ-wurd.
What does fuzzword mean?
- A term that is deliberately vague or euphemistic in meaning.
Where does fuzzword come from?
From fuzz + word, by analogy with buzzword.
Questions about saying fuzzword
How do you pronounce fuzzword?
Say FUHZ-wurd. The American pronunciation is /ˈfʌzwɝd/. In British English it is /ˈfʌzwɜːd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in fuzzword?
Fuzzword has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FUHZ). Broken into parts: FUHZ · wurd.
Is fuzzword 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 /ˈfʌzwɜːd/ (FUHZ-wurd).