How to pronounce collie
Say it like KOL-ee. Collie has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOL).
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- KOL
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Collie pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KOLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of collie
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: KOL-ee.
What does collie mean?
- Any of various breeds of dog originating in Scotland and England as sheepdogs
Where does collie come from?
Perhaps originally from coal, with reference to its color; compare colly and collier.
Words that rhyme with collie
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of collie.
Words that sound like collie
Questions about saying collie
How do you pronounce collie?
Say KOL-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɑli/. In British English it is /ˈkɒli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in collie?
Collie has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOL). Broken into parts: KOL · ee.
Is collie pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˈkɒli/ (KOL-ee).
What words sound the same as collie?
Collie sounds the same as kali in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.