How to pronounce wetu
Say it like WEE-too. Wetu has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WEE).
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US American/ˈwitu/WEE-too
UK British/ˈwiːtjuː/WEE-tyoo
- WEE
- too
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Wetu pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- tooKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of wetu
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: WEE-tyoo.
What does wetu mean?
noun
- A dwelling, a domed hut similar to a wigwam, used by some Native Americans in the northeastern United States, especially the Wampanoag.
Where does wetu come from?
Borrowed from Massachusett wetu.
Questions about saying wetu
How do you pronounce wetu?
Say WEE-too. The American pronunciation is /ˈwitu/. In British English it is /ˈwiːtjuː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in wetu?
Wetu has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WEE). Broken into parts: WEE · too.
Is wetu pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune). The British form is /ˈwiːtjuː/ (WEE-tyoo).