How to Pronounce “Tuesday”
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- American (US)
- /ˈtuːzdeɪ/
- British (UK)
- /ˈtjuːzdeɪ/
What “Tuesday” means
noun — The third day of the week in many religious traditions, and the second day of the week in systems that use the ISO 8601 norm; it follows Monday and precedes Wednesday.
Pronunciation Notes
Where the stress falls. “Tuesday” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /ˈtuːzdeɪ/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Tuesday" mean?
Tuesday (noun): The third day of the week in many religious traditions, and the second day of the week in systems that use the ISO 8601 norm; it follows Monday and precedes Wednesday.
How do you pronounce "Tuesday" in American vs British English?
American English: /ˈtuːzdeɪ/. British English: /ˈtjuːzdeɪ/. Play both on this page to hear the difference.
What is the IPA transcription of "Tuesday"?
/ˈtuːzdeɪ/ in American English, /ˈtjuːzdeɪ/ in British English.
Which syllable is stressed in "Tuesday"?
“Tuesday” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /ˈtuːzdeɪ/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
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