How to pronounce pithy
Say it like PITH-ee. Pithy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PITH).
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- PITH
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Pithy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PITHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of pithy
American and British speakers say pithy in essentially the same way: /ˈpɪθi/ in the US and /ˈpɪθi/ in the UK.
British respelling: PITH-ee.
What does pithy mean?
- Concise and meaningful.
- Of, like, or abounding in pith; spongy or having small holes or pits.
Where does pithy come from?
From Middle English pithy, pythy, equivalent to pith + -y.
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Questions about saying pithy
How do you pronounce pithy?
Say PITH-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɪθi/. In British English it is /ˈpɪθi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in pithy?
Pithy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PITH). Broken into parts: PITH · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say pithy the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈpɪθi/ and the British form is /ˈpɪθi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.