How to pronounce skittishness
Say it like SKIT-ish-nus. Skittishness has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKIT).
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- SKIT
- ish
- nus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Skittishness pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SKITSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ishKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- nusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of skittishness
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: SKIT-ish-nus.
What does skittishness mean?
- The property of being skittish.
Where does skittishness come from?
From skittish + -ness.
Questions about saying skittishness
How do you pronounce skittishness?
Say SKIT-ish-nus. The American pronunciation is /ˈskɪtɪʃnəs/. In British English it is /ˈskɪtɪʃnəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in skittishness?
Skittishness has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKIT). Broken into parts: SKIT · ish · nus.
Is skittishness pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈskɪtɪʃnəs/ (SKIT-ish-nus).