How to Pronounce Curt

To pronounce "curt", say CURT — one syllable, IPA /kɜːt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

4

Letters

/kɜːt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “curt”

"curt" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with assert and inert, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: kirt, kuhrt, kurt — easy to mix up when writing.

What does curt mean?

verb

  1. To cut, cut short, shorten.

adjective

  1. Brief or terse, especially to the point of being rude.
  2. Short or concise.

Synonyms

brusque

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Words that rhyme with curt

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

assertinertovertspurthurtconvertsubvertpervertavertflirtdesertblurt

Related words

terselaconicconciseshortbruskbrusquecrispdiscourteous

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "curt"?▾

"Curt" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "curt"?▾

The IPA transcription of "curt" is /kɜːt/.

What does "curt" mean?▾

Curt: To cut, cut short, shorten.

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