How to Pronounce Putt

To pronounce "putt", say PUTT — one syllable, IPA /[pʰat]/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/[pʰat]/

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💡 Tip for remembering “putt”

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

What does putt mean?

noun

  1. The act of tapping a golf ball lightly on a putting green.

verb

  1. To lightly strike a golf ball with a putter.

Words that rhyme with putt

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

buttstrutsmutglutrutrebutcutthatnutslutchestnutscuttlebutt

Related words

golfputt-puttgimmepitch-and-puttdrivingtap-ingolfing

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "putt"?▾

"Putt" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "putt"?▾

The IPA transcription of "putt" is /[pʰat]/.

What does "putt" mean?▾

Putt: The act of tapping a golf ball lightly on a putting green.

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