How to pronounce derny
Say it like DUR-nee. Derny has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUR).
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- DUR
- nee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Derny pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- neeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of derny
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: DUR-nee.
What does derny mean?
- A motorized bicycle for paced cycling events such as keirin.
Where does derny come from?
Borrowed from French derny, named after the French manufacturer of the original derny bicycle, Roger Derny et Fils.
Words that rhyme with derny
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of derny.
Questions about saying derny
How do you pronounce derny?
Say DUR-nee. The American pronunciation is /ˈdɝni/. In British English it is /ˈdɜːni/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in derny?
Derny has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUR). Broken into parts: DUR · nee.
Is derny pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈdɜːni/ (DUR-nee).