How to pronounce upturn
Say it like UHP-turn. Upturn has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHP).
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- UHP
- turn
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Upturn 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.
- turnKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of upturn
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: UHP-turn.
What does upturn mean?
- An upward turn or trend, especially in business activity or profit.
- To turn (something) up or over.
Where does upturn come from?
From Middle English upturnen, equivalent to up- + turn.
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Questions about saying upturn
How do you pronounce upturn?
Say UHP-turn. The American pronunciation is /ˈʌptɝn/. In British English it is /ˈʌptɜːn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in upturn?
Upturn has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHP). Broken into parts: UHP · turn.
Is upturn pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈʌptɜːn/ (UHP-turn).