How to pronounce creaky
Say it like KREE-kee. Creaky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KREE).
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- KREE
- kee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Creaky pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KREESay 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 creaky
American and British speakers say creaky in essentially the same way: /ˈkriki/ in the US and /ˈkriːki/ in the UK.
British respelling: KREE-kee.
What does creaky mean?
- Tending to creak.
- Worn down by overuse; decrepit.
- arthritic or rheumatic.
Where does creaky come from?
From creak + -y.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with creaky
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of creaky.
Questions about saying creaky
How do you pronounce creaky?
Say KREE-kee. The American pronunciation is /ˈkriki/. In British English it is /ˈkriːki/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in creaky?
Creaky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KREE). Broken into parts: KREE · kee.
Do Americans and Brits say creaky the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkriki/ and the British form is /ˈkriːki/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.