How to pronounce tusky
Say it like TUHS-kee. Tusky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TUHS).
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- TUHS
- kee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tusky pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TUHSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- keeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of tusky
American and British speakers say tusky in essentially the same way: /ˈtʌski/ in the US and /ˈtʌski/ in the UK.
British respelling: TUHS-kee.
What does tusky mean?
- Having tusks, especially prominent tusks.
Where does tusky come from?
From Middle English tusky, equivalent to tusk + -y.
Words that rhyme with tusky
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of tusky.
Questions about saying tusky
How do you pronounce tusky?
Say TUHS-kee. The American pronunciation is /ˈtʌski/. In British English it is /ˈtʌski/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in tusky?
Tusky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TUHS). Broken into parts: TUHS · kee.
Do Americans and Brits say tusky the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈtʌski/ and the British form is /ˈtʌski/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.