How to pronounce chirpy
Say it like CHUR-pee. Chirpy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (CHUR).
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US American/ˈtʃɝpi/CHUR-pee
UK British/ˈtʃɜːpi/CHUR-pee
- CHUR
- pee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Chirpy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- CHURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- peeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of chirpy
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: CHUR-pee.
What does chirpy mean?
adjective
- In a good mood; happy and energetic.“He's surprisingly chirpy for someone who just lost his father.”
- Making chirping noises.
- An electronic device which uses a piezoelectric transducer to make chirping noise, often designed to be hidden and function as an annoyance
- Specifically, a version of the above designed to be thrown for placement. Similar to a throwie.
Where does chirpy come from?
From chirp + -y.
Questions about saying chirpy
How do you pronounce chirpy?
Say CHUR-pee. The American pronunciation is /ˈtʃɝpi/. In British English it is /ˈtʃɜːpi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in chirpy?
Chirpy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (CHUR). Broken into parts: CHUR · pee.
Is chirpy 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 /ˈtʃɜːpi/ (CHUR-pee).