How to pronounce achy
Say it like AY-kee. Achy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AY).
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- AY
- kee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Achy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- AYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- keeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of achy
American and British speakers say achy in essentially the same way: /ˈeɪki/ in the US and /ˈeɪki/ in the UK.
British respelling: AY-kee.
What does achy mean?
- With or suffering from aches; sore.
Where does achy come from?
From ache + -y.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with achy
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of achy.
Questions about saying achy
How do you pronounce achy?
Say AY-kee. The American pronunciation is /ˈeɪki/. In British English it is /ˈeɪki/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in achy?
Achy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AY). Broken into parts: AY · kee.
Do Americans and Brits say achy the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈeɪki/ and the British form is /ˈeɪki/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.