How to pronounce turnspit
Say it like TURN-spit. Turnspit has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TURN).
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- TURN
- spit
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Turnspit pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TURNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- spitGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of turnspit
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TURN-spit.
What does turnspit mean?
- A person employed in turning a spit for the purpose of roasting meat.
- Synonym of roasting jack.
Where does turnspit come from?
From turn + spit.
Questions about saying turnspit
How do you pronounce turnspit?
Say TURN-spit. The American pronunciation is /ˈtɝnˌspɪt/. In British English it is /ˈtɜːnˌspɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in turnspit?
Turnspit has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TURN). Broken into parts: TURN · spit.
Is turnspit 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 /ˈtɜːnˌspɪt/ (TURN-spit).