How to pronounce teacup
Say it like TEE-kuhp. Teacup has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TEE).
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- TEE
- kuhp
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Teacup pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- kuhpGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of teacup
American and British speakers say teacup in essentially the same way: /ˈtiˌkʌp/ in the US and /ˈtiːˌkʌp/ in the UK.
British respelling: TEE-kuhp.
What does teacup mean?
- A small cup, usually with a handle, commonly used for drinking tea; normally sits in a saucer as part of a tea set.
- A unit of measure; a teacupful.
- Of an animal, smaller than average.
Where does teacup come from?
From tea + cup.
Questions about saying teacup
How do you pronounce teacup?
Say TEE-kuhp. The American pronunciation is /ˈtiˌkʌp/. In British English it is /ˈtiːˌkʌp/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in teacup?
Teacup has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TEE). Broken into parts: TEE · kuhp.
Do Americans and Brits say teacup the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈtiˌkʌp/ and the British form is /ˈtiːˌkʌp/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.