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