How to pronounce razzmatazz
Say it like RAZ-muh-taz. Razzmatazz has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAZ).
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- RAZ
- muh
- taz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Razzmatazz pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RAZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- tazGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of razzmatazz
American and British speakers say razzmatazz in essentially the same way: /ˈræzməˌtæz/ in the US and /ˈræzməˌtæz/ in the UK.
British respelling: RAZ-muh-taz.
What does razzmatazz mean?
- Ambiguous or meaningless language.“He says he's late for the meeting because his daughter had an emergency at school, but I don't buy this razzmatazz.”
- Empty and tiresome speculation.“A few politicians are creating some razzmatazz about reinstating the draft.”
- Something presenting itself in a fanciful and showy, often unrealistic manner, especially when intended to impress and confuse.“Is he really the next big thing, or is all the media attention just a bunch of razzmatazz?”
Where does razzmatazz come from?
Uncertain; perhaps an extended form of razz(le-dazzle).
Questions about saying razzmatazz
How do you pronounce razzmatazz?
Say RAZ-muh-taz. The American pronunciation is /ˈræzməˌtæz/. In British English it is /ˈræzməˌtæz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in razzmatazz?
Razzmatazz has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAZ). Broken into parts: RAZ · muh · taz.
Do Americans and Brits say razzmatazz the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈræzməˌtæz/ and the British form is /ˈræzməˌtæz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.