How to pronounce throuple
Say it like THRUHP-ul. Throuple has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (THRUHP).
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- THRUHP
- ul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Throuple pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- THRUHPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- ulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of throuple
American and British speakers say throuple in essentially the same way: /ˈθrʌpəl/ in the US and /ˈθrʌpəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: THRUHP-ul.
What does throuple mean?
- Three individuals engaged in a romantic or sexual relationship.
Where does throuple come from?
Blend of three + couple.
Words that rhyme with throuple
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of throuple.
Questions about saying throuple
How do you pronounce throuple?
Say THRUHP-ul. The American pronunciation is /ˈθrʌpəl/. In British English it is /ˈθrʌpəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in throuple?
Throuple has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (THRUHP). Broken into parts: THRUHP · ul.
Do Americans and Brits say throuple the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈθrʌpəl/ and the British form is /ˈθrʌpəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.