How to pronounce tu
Say it like TOO. Tu is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- TOO
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tu pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of tu
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: TYOO.
What does tu mean?
- Pronunciation spelling of to, representing African-American Vernacular English.
Words that rhyme with tu
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of tu.
Words that sound like tu
Questions about saying tu
How do you pronounce tu?
Say TOO. The American pronunciation is /tu/. In British English it is /tjuː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in tu?
Tu is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: TOO.
Is tu pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune). The British form is /tjuː/ (TYOO).
What words sound the same as tu?
Tu sounds the same as to, too, two in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.