How to pronounce terseness
Say it like TUR-snus. Terseness has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TUR).
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- TUR
- snus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Terseness pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- snusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of terseness
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TUR-snus.
What does terseness mean?
- The characteristic of being terse.
Where does terseness come from?
From terse + -ness.
Questions about saying terseness
How do you pronounce terseness?
Say TUR-snus. The American pronunciation is /ˈtɝsnəs/. In British English it is /ˈtɜːsnəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in terseness?
Terseness has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TUR). Broken into parts: TUR · snus.
Is terseness 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 /ˈtɜːsnəs/ (TUR-snus).