How to pronounce worrisome
Say it like WUHR-ee-sum. Worrisome has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WUHR).
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- WUHR
- ee
- sum
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Worrisome pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WUHRSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- sumKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of worrisome
American and British speakers say worrisome in essentially the same way: /ˈwʌrisəm/ in the US and /ˈwʌrisəm/ in the UK.
British respelling: WUHR-ee-sum.
What does worrisome mean?
- Causing worry; perturbing or vexing.
- Inclined to worry.
Where does worrisome come from?
From worry + -some.
Questions about saying worrisome
How do you pronounce worrisome?
Say WUHR-ee-sum. The American pronunciation is /ˈwʌrisəm/. In British English it is /ˈwʌrisəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in worrisome?
Worrisome has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WUHR). Broken into parts: WUHR · ee · sum.
Do Americans and Brits say worrisome the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈwʌrisəm/ and the British form is /ˈwʌrisəm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.