How to pronounce creeky
Say it like KREE-kee. Creeky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KREE).
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- KREE
- kee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Creeky 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 creeky
American and British speakers say creeky in essentially the same way: /ˈkriki/ in the US and /ˈkriːki/ in the UK.
British respelling: KREE-kee.
What does creeky mean?
- Containing, or abounding in, creeks.
- Like a creek; winding.
Where does creeky come from?
From creek + -y.
Words that rhyme with creeky
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of creeky.
Questions about saying creeky
How do you pronounce creeky?
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 creeky?
Creeky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KREE). Broken into parts: KREE · kee.
Do Americans and Brits say creeky 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.