How to pronounce shuddersome
Say it like SHUHD-er-sum. Shuddersome has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SHUHD).
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- SHUHD
- er
- sum
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Shuddersome pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SHUHDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- sumKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of shuddersome
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SHUHD-uh-sum.
What does shuddersome mean?
- Causing one to shudder; fearsome.
Where does shuddersome come from?
From shudder + -some.
Questions about saying shuddersome
How do you pronounce shuddersome?
Say SHUHD-er-sum. The American pronunciation is /ˈʃʌdərsəm/. In British English it is /ˈʃʌdəsəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in shuddersome?
Shuddersome has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SHUHD). Broken into parts: SHUHD · er · sum.
Is shuddersome pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈʃʌdəsəm/ (SHUHD-uh-sum).