How to pronounce typhus
Say it like TY-fus. Typhus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TY).
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- TY
- fus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Typhus pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- fusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of typhus
American and British speakers say typhus in essentially the same way: /ˈtaɪfəs/ in the US and /ˈtaɪfəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: TY-fus.
What does typhus mean?
- Any of several similar diseases, characterized by high recurrent fever, caused by Rickettsia bacteria. Not to be confused with typhoid fever.
Questions about saying typhus
How do you pronounce typhus?
Say TY-fus. The American pronunciation is /ˈtaɪfəs/. In British English it is /ˈtaɪfəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in typhus?
Typhus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TY). Broken into parts: TY · fus.
Do Americans and Brits say typhus the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈtaɪfəs/ and the British form is /ˈtaɪfəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.