How to pronounce turps
Say it like TURPS. Turps is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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US American/tɝps/TURPS
UK British/tɜːps/TURPS
- TURPS
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Turps pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TURPSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of turps
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TURPS.
What does turps mean?
noun
- Turpentine or turpentine substitute.
- Any alcoholic drink.
Where does turps come from?
Clipping of turpentine + -s (diminutive suffix).
Questions about saying turps
How do you pronounce turps?
Say TURPS. The American pronunciation is /tɝps/. In British English it is /tɜːps/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in turps?
Turps is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: TURPS.
Is turps 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 /tɜːps/ (TURPS).