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