How to pronounce alrighty
Say it like awl-RY-tee. Alrighty has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (RY).
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- awl
- RY
- tee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Alrighty pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- awlGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- RYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- teeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of alrighty
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: awl-RY-tee.
What does alrighty mean?
- Used to affirm, indicate agreement, or consent.“Alrighty, let's go then.”
Where does alrighty come from?
From alright + -y.
Words that rhyme with alrighty
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of alrighty.
Questions about saying alrighty
How do you pronounce alrighty?
Say awl-RY-tee. The American pronunciation is /ˌɔlˈraɪti/. In British English it is /ˌɔːlˈraɪti/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in alrighty?
Alrighty has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (RY). Broken into parts: awl · RY · tee.
Is alrighty pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˌɔːlˈraɪti/ (awl-RY-tee).