How to pronounce upshot
Say it like UHP-shot. Upshot has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHP).
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- UHP
- shot
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Upshot pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- UHPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- shotKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of upshot
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: UHP-shot.
What does upshot mean?
- The final result, or outcome of something.
- A concise summary.“I'm not interested in hearing all the details. Just give me the upshot.”
- A positive aspect or consequence, often either unexpected or in contrast to other negative aspects.“One of the major upshots of prefab building is its decreased environmental impact.”
Where does upshot come from?
Presumed from up- + shot, referring to the last shot in a match of archery.
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Questions about saying upshot
How do you pronounce upshot?
Say UHP-shot. The American pronunciation is /ˈʌpʃɑt/. In British English it is /ˈʌpʃɒt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in upshot?
Upshot has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHP). Broken into parts: UHP · shot.
Is upshot pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˈʌpʃɒt/ (UHP-shot).