How to pronounce obstruse
Say it like ub-STROOS. Obstruse has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STROOS).
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- ub
- STROOS
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Obstruse pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ubKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- STROOSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of obstruse
American and British speakers say obstruse in essentially the same way: /əbˈstrus/ in the US and /əbˈstruːs/ in the UK.
British respelling: ub-STROOS.
What does obstruse mean?
- Abstruse.
Where does obstruse come from?
An alteration of abstruse.
Words that rhyme with obstruse
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of obstruse.
Questions about saying obstruse
How do you pronounce obstruse?
Say ub-STROOS. The American pronunciation is /əbˈstrus/. In British English it is /əbˈstruːs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in obstruse?
Obstruse has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STROOS). Broken into parts: ub · STROOS.
Do Americans and Brits say obstruse the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /əbˈstrus/ and the British form is /əbˈstruːs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.