How to Pronounce "chutzpah"
word
ˈhʊtˌspɑ/, /ˈtʃətˌspɑ
HOOT-spah or CHUT-spah
tʃˈʌtspɐ
CHUTS-puh
Definition
Extreme confidence or boldness, often in a way that is shocking, surprising, or sometimes rude.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhʊtˌspɑ/, /ˈtʃətˌspɑ
British English
tʃˈʌtspɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HOOT-spah or CHUT-spah
UK
CHUTS-puh
Listen in Context
It takes chutzpah to start your own company with no experience.
He had the chutzpah to ask for a raise his first week on the job.
Her chutzpah impressed everyone in the room.
You've got to admire her chutzpah—not everyone would dare to say that to the boss!