How do you pronounce "fussy"?

In American English: /ˈfʌsi/ (FUHS-ee). In British English: /fˈɐsi/ (F). In Canadian English: /ˈfʌsi/ (FUHS-ee). In Australian English: /fˈʌsi/ (F-uhs).

Is "fussy" pronounced differently in American and British English?

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈfʌsi/ (FUHS-ee), while in British English it's /fˈɐsi/ (F).

How to Pronounce "fussy"

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fussy

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/ˈfʌsi/

FUHS-ee

Syllable Breakdown

fʌsfu·issy

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