How to pronounce guffin
Say it like GUHF-in. Guffin has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GUHF).
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- GUHF
- in
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Guffin pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GUHFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- inKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of guffin
American and British speakers say guffin in essentially the same way: /ˈɡʌfɪn/ in the US and /ˈɡʌfɪn/ in the UK.
British respelling: GUHF-in.
What does guffin mean?
- A fool
Words that rhyme with guffin
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of guffin.
Questions about saying guffin
How do you pronounce guffin?
Say GUHF-in. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡʌfɪn/. In British English it is /ˈɡʌfɪn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in guffin?
Guffin has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GUHF). Broken into parts: GUHF · in.
Do Americans and Brits say guffin the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɡʌfɪn/ and the British form is /ˈɡʌfɪn/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.