How to pronounce gunfighting
Say it like GUHN-fy-ting. Gunfighting has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GUHN).
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- GUHN
- fy
- ting
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gunfighting pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GUHNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- fyGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- tingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of gunfighting
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: GUHN-fy-ting.
What does gunfighting mean?
- combat with guns
Where does gunfighting come from?
From gun + fighting.
Questions about saying gunfighting
How do you pronounce gunfighting?
Say GUHN-fy-ting. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡʌnˌfaɪtɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈɡʌnˌfaɪtɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gunfighting?
Gunfighting has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GUHN). Broken into parts: GUHN · fy · ting.
Is gunfighting 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 /ˈɡʌnˌfaɪtɪŋ/ (GUHN-fy-ting).