How to pronounce derpy
Say it like DUR-pee. Derpy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUR).
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- DUR
- pee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Derpy 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.
- peeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of derpy
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: DUR-pee.
What does derpy mean?
- Foolish, silly.
- Having one's eyes pointing in different directions; strabismic.
- Strange in appearance, weird-looking, silly-looking.
Where does derpy come from?
From derp + -y.
Words that rhyme with derpy
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of derpy.
Questions about saying derpy
How do you pronounce derpy?
Say DUR-pee. The American pronunciation is /ˈdɝˌpi/. In British English it is /ˈdɜːˌpiː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in derpy?
Derpy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUR). Broken into parts: DUR · pee.
Is derpy 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 /ˈdɜːˌpiː/ (DUR-pee).