How to pronounce impish
Say it like IM-pish. Impish has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IM).
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- IM
- pish
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Impish pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- IMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- pishKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of impish
American and British speakers say impish in essentially the same way: /ˈɪmpɪʃ/ in the US and /ˈɪmpɪʃ/ in the UK.
British respelling: IM-pish.
What does impish mean?
- Mischievous; of or befitting an imp.
Where does impish come from?
From imp + -ish.
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Questions about saying impish
How do you pronounce impish?
Say IM-pish. The American pronunciation is /ˈɪmpɪʃ/. In British English it is /ˈɪmpɪʃ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in impish?
Impish has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IM). Broken into parts: IM · pish.
Do Americans and Brits say impish the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɪmpɪʃ/ and the British form is /ˈɪmpɪʃ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.