How to pronounce tussle
Say it like TUHS-ul. Tussle has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TUHS).
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- TUHS
- ul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tussle 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.
- ulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of tussle
American and British speakers say tussle in essentially the same way: /ˈtʌsəl/ in the US and /ˈtʌsəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: TUHS-ul.
What does tussle mean?
- A physical fight or struggle.
- A conflict, an argument, a disagreement.
- To have a tussle.“The two sets of fans were tussling before the game.”
Where does tussle come from?
Related to tousle.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with tussle
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of tussle.
Questions about saying tussle
How do you pronounce tussle?
Say TUHS-ul. The American pronunciation is /ˈtʌsəl/. In British English it is /ˈtʌsəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in tussle?
Tussle has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TUHS). Broken into parts: TUHS · ul.
Do Americans and Brits say tussle the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈtʌsəl/ and the British form is /ˈtʌsəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.