How to Pronounce "tutus"
word
ˈtuˌtu
TOO-too
tjˈuːtəs
TYOO-tuhs
Definition
Short, stiff skirts worn by ballet dancers, usually made of tulle. They are most commonly seen in classical ballet performances.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtuˌtu
British English
tjˈuːtəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TOO-too
UK
TYOO-tuhs
Listen in Context
The ballet dancers wore beautiful tutus on stage.
Little girls often dream of dancing in pink tutus.
She made special white tutus for the performance.
Kids love spinning around in their tutus during dance class.