How to pronounce chocolaty
Say it like CHAW-klih-tee. Chocolaty has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (CHAW).
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- CHAW
- klih
- tee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Chocolaty pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- CHAWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- klihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- teeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of chocolaty
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: CHAW-klih-tee.
What does chocolaty mean?
- Of, pertaining to, or containing chocolate.
- Resembling chocolate in taste.
- Smooth, alluring, and deep or rich.
Where does chocolaty come from?
From chocolat(e) + -y.
Questions about saying chocolaty
How do you pronounce chocolaty?
Say CHAW-klih-tee. The American pronunciation is /ˈtʃɔklɪti/. In British English it is /ˈtʃɔːklɪti/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in chocolaty?
Chocolaty has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (CHAW). Broken into parts: CHAW · klih · tee.
Is chocolaty pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈtʃɔːklɪti/ (CHAW-klih-tee).