How to Pronounce "ts"
word
/ˈtiˈɛs/
TEE-ES
/tˌiːˈɛs/
tee-ES
Definition
'Ts' is a sound made by quickly touching the tongue to the roof of the mouth and releasing, often written to show disappointment, annoyance, or disapproval in English text.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈtiˈɛs/
British English
/tˌiːˈɛs/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TEE-ES
UK
tee-ES
Listen in Context
She made a ts sound when she saw the broken vase.
My teacher said 'ts' when I forgot my homework.
He just shook his head and went 'ts'.
Ts, you really don’t listen, do you?