How to pronounce quizzical
Say it like KWIZ-uh-kul. Quizzical has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWIZ).
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- KWIZ
- uh
- kul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Quizzical pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KWIZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- kulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of quizzical
American and British speakers say quizzical in essentially the same way: /ˈkwɪzəkəl/ in the US and /ˈkwɪzəkəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: KWIZ-uh-kul.
What does quizzical mean?
- Questioning or suggesting puzzlement.
- Strange or eccentric.
- Jocose; humorous.
Where does quizzical come from?
From quiz + -ical.
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Words that rhyme with quizzical
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Questions about saying quizzical
How do you pronounce quizzical?
Say KWIZ-uh-kul. The American pronunciation is /ˈkwɪzəkəl/. In British English it is /ˈkwɪzəkəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in quizzical?
Quizzical has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWIZ). Broken into parts: KWIZ · uh · kul.
Do Americans and Brits say quizzical the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkwɪzəkəl/ and the British form is /ˈkwɪzəkəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.