How to pronounce gutta
Say it like GUHT-uh. Gutta has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GUHT).
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- GUHT
- uh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gutta pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GUHTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of gutta
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: GUHT-uh.
What does gutta mean?
- A drop (of liquid, especially a medication).
- A small water-repelling, cone-shaped projection used in the architrave of the Doric order in classical architecture.
- A small round spot of color.
Where does gutta come from?
From Middle English gutta, from Latin gutta.
Questions about saying gutta
How do you pronounce gutta?
Say GUHT-uh. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡʌtə/. In British English it is /ˈɡʌtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gutta?
Gutta has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GUHT). Broken into parts: GUHT · uh.
Is gutta 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 /ˈɡʌtə/ (GUHT-uh).