How to pronounce putzy
Say it like PUHT-zee. Putzy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PUHT).
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- PUHT
- zee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Putzy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PUHTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- zeeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of putzy
American and British speakers say putzy in essentially the same way: /ˈpʌtzi/ in the US and /ˈpʌtzi/ in the UK.
British respelling: PUHT-zee.
What does putzy mean?
- Like a putz; foolish or obnoxious.
Where does putzy come from?
From putz + -y.
Questions about saying putzy
How do you pronounce putzy?
Say PUHT-zee. The American pronunciation is /ˈpʌtzi/. In British English it is /ˈpʌtzi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in putzy?
Putzy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PUHT). Broken into parts: PUHT · zee.
Do Americans and Brits say putzy the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈpʌtzi/ and the British form is /ˈpʌtzi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.