How to pronounce worrywart
Say it like WUHR-ee-wort. Worrywart has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WUHR).
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- WUHR
- ee
- wort
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Worrywart 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.
- wortGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of worrywart
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WUHR-ih-wawt.
What does worrywart mean?
- A person who worries excessively, especially about unimportant matters.
Where does worrywart come from?
From worry + wart, apparently chosen for alliteration.
Questions about saying worrywart
How do you pronounce worrywart?
Say WUHR-ee-wort. The American pronunciation is /ˈwʌriˌwoʊrt/. In British English it is /ˈwʌrɪˌwɔːt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in worrywart?
Worrywart has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WUHR). Broken into parts: WUHR · ee · wort.
Is worrywart 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 /ˈwʌrɪˌwɔːt/ (WUHR-ih-wawt).