How to Pronounce "testy"
word
ˈtɛsti
TES-tee
tˈɛsti
TES-tee
Definition
If someone is testy, they are easily annoyed, impatient, or likely to get angry over small things.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɛsti
British English
tˈɛsti
Simplified Pronunciation
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TES-tee
UK
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Listen in Context
My teacher seemed testy today.
Don't be so testy with your friends.
He gets testy when he's tired.
Sorry, I’ve been a bit testy lately because of work.