How to pronounce uhh
Say it like UH. Uhh is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- UH
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Uhh pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- UHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of uhh
American and British speakers say uhh in essentially the same way: /ʌ/ in the US and /ʌ/ in the UK.
British respelling: UH.
What does uhh mean?
- Alternative form of uh.
Words that rhyme with uhh
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of uhh.
Questions about saying uhh
How do you pronounce uhh?
Say UH. The American pronunciation is /ʌ/. In British English it is /ʌ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in uhh?
Uhh is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: UH.
Do Americans and Brits say uhh the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ʌ/ and the British form is /ʌ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.