How to pronounce cardy
Say it like KAR-dee. Cardy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAR).
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- KAR
- dee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cardy 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.
- deeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of cardy
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KAH-dee.
What does cardy mean?
- Alternative spelling of cardie.
Words that rhyme with cardy
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of cardy.
Questions about saying cardy
How do you pronounce cardy?
Say KAR-dee. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɑrdi/. In British English it is /ˈkɑːdi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cardy?
Cardy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAR). Broken into parts: KAR · dee.
Is cardy 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 /ˈkɑːdi/ (KAH-dee).