How to Pronounce Tussle

To pronounce "tussle", say TUSSL-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈtʌsəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈtʌsəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “tussle”

"tussle" has 2 syllables: tussl-e. It rhymes with rustle and hustle, if that helps it stick.

What does tussle mean?

noun

  1. A physical fight or struggle.
  2. A conflict, an argument, a disagreement.

verb

  1. To have a tussle.

    “The two sets of fans were tussling before the game.”

Words that rhyme with tussle

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

rustlehustlebustlejustlefriskfulmusclescisselbussellbrustlescissilenustle

Related words

scufflerough-and-tumblemusshasslefightbrawlstruggleroughhouse

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tussle"?▾

"Tussle" has 2 syllables: tussl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "tussle"?▾

The IPA transcription of "tussle" is /ˈtʌsəl/.

What does "tussle" mean?▾

Tussle: A physical fight or struggle.

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