How to Pronounce Testy

To pronounce "testy", say TESTY — one syllable, IPA /ˈtɛsti/. 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

/ˈtɛsti/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “testy”

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

What does testy mean?

adjective

  1. Easily annoyed, irritable.
  2. Marked by impatience or ill humor.

    “He made testy remarks.”

Synonyms

tetchytouchy

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Words that rhyme with testy

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

zestychestytesteerestyvesteewestytestaeyestycestiagresti

Related words

ill-naturedpettishpeevishtetchyirritablepetulantnettlesomefractious

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "testy"?▾

"Testy" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "testy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "testy" is /ˈtɛsti/.

What does "testy" mean?▾

Testy: Easily annoyed, irritable.

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