How to pronounce angsty
Say it like AYNGK-stee. Angsty has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AYNGK).
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- AYNGK
- stee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Angsty pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- AYNGKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- steeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of angsty
American and British speakers say angsty in essentially the same way: /ˈeɪŋksti/ in the US and /ˈeɪŋksti/ in the UK.
British respelling: AYNGK-stee.
What does angsty mean?
- Fraught with angst.
- Insecure and moody or thorny.
Where does angsty come from?
From angst + -y.
Questions about saying angsty
How do you pronounce angsty?
Say AYNGK-stee. The American pronunciation is /ˈeɪŋksti/. In British English it is /ˈeɪŋksti/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in angsty?
Angsty has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AYNGK). Broken into parts: AYNGK · stee.
Do Americans and Brits say angsty the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈeɪŋksti/ and the British form is /ˈeɪŋksti/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.