How to pronounce brekky
Say it like BREK-ee. Brekky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BREK).
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- BREK
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Brekky pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BREKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of brekky
American and British speakers say brekky in essentially the same way: /ˈbrɛki/ in the US and /ˈbrɛki/ in the UK.
British respelling: BREK-ee.
What does brekky mean?
- Alternative spelling of brekkie.
Where does brekky come from?
Clipping of breakfast + -y.
Words that rhyme with brekky
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of brekky.
Questions about saying brekky
How do you pronounce brekky?
Say BREK-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈbrɛki/. In British English it is /ˈbrɛki/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in brekky?
Brekky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BREK). Broken into parts: BREK · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say brekky the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈbrɛki/ and the British form is /ˈbrɛki/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.