How to pronounce hustler
Say it like HUHS-ler. Hustler has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HUHS).
Click the play button next to American or British to hear how to pronounce hustler. Choose Slow to hear each sound clearly.
- HUHS
- ler
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Hustler pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HUHSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- lerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of hustler
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: HUHS-luh.
What does hustler mean?
- One who rushes or hurries; an energetic person.
- Somebody who pretends to be an amateur at a game in order to win bets.
- A pimp.
Where does hustler come from?
From hustle + -er.
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Questions about saying hustler
How do you pronounce hustler?
Say HUHS-ler. The American pronunciation is /ˈhʌslər/. In British English it is /ˈhʌslə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in hustler?
Hustler has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HUHS). Broken into parts: HUHS · ler.
Is hustler 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 /ˈhʌslə/ (HUHS-luh).