How to pronounce vertu
Say it like ver-TOO. Vertu has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TOO).
- ver
- TOO
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Vertu pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- verKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- TOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of vertu
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: vuh-TOO.
What does vertu mean?
- Especially with reference to the writings of Machiavelli (1469–1527): the requisite qualities for political or military success; vitality, determination; power.
- Moral worth; virtue, virtuousness.
Where does vertu come from?
Borrowed from Italian virtù, †vertù (“moral worth, virtue (13th century); determination, perseverance, military valour (14th century); study of the liberal or fine arts; appreciation of, taste for, or expertise in the fine arts; objets d'ar
Words that rhyme with vertu
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of vertu.
Questions about saying vertu
How do you pronounce vertu?
Say ver-TOO. The American pronunciation is /vɚˈtu/. In British English it is /vəˈtuː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in vertu?
Vertu has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TOO). Broken into parts: ver · TOO.
Is vertu 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 /vəˈtuː/ (vuh-TOO).