How to pronounce tuneful
Say it like TOON-ful. Tuneful has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TOON).
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US American/ˈtunfəl/TOON-ful
UK British/ˈtjuːnfəl/TYOON-ful
- TOON
- ful
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tuneful pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TOONSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- fulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of tuneful
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: TYOON-ful.
What does tuneful mean?
adjective
- Having or producing a pleasing tune; melodic or melodious
Where does tuneful come from?
From tune + -ful.
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Questions about saying tuneful
How do you pronounce tuneful?
Say TOON-ful. The American pronunciation is /ˈtunfəl/. In British English it is /ˈtjuːnfəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in tuneful?
Tuneful has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TOON). Broken into parts: TOON · ful.
Is tuneful 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 /ˈtjuːnfəl/ (TYOON-ful).