How to pronounce carby
Say it like KAR-bee. Carby has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAR).
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US American/ˈkɑrˌbi/KAR-bee
UK British/ˈkɑːˌbiː/KAH-bee
- KAR
- bee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Carby pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- beeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of carby
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KAH-bee.
What does carby mean?
noun
- Synonym of carb (“carburetor or carburettor”).“We replaced the old carby with an aftermarket throttle-body fuel injection unit.”
- Rich in carbohydrates.“We'd better lay off the carby foods. It'll help protect our vascular health.”
Where does carby come from?
Clipping plus diminutive -y.
Questions about saying carby
How do you pronounce carby?
Say KAR-bee. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɑrˌbi/. In British English it is /ˈkɑːˌbiː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in carby?
Carby has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAR). Broken into parts: KAR · bee.
Is carby pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈkɑːˌbiː/ (KAH-bee).