How to pronounce drafty
Say it like DRAF-tee. Drafty has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DRAF).
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- DRAF
- tee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Drafty pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DRAFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- teeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of drafty
- British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat.
British respelling: DRAHF-tee.
What does drafty mean?
- Characterized by gusts of wind; windy.
- Not properly sealed against drafts (draughts).“It's really drafty (draughty) in here.”
Where does drafty come from?
From earlier draughty, equivalent to draft + -y.
Words that rhyme with drafty
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of drafty.
Questions about saying drafty
How do you pronounce drafty?
Say DRAF-tee. The American pronunciation is /ˈdræfti/. In British English it is /ˈdrɑːfti/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in drafty?
Drafty has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DRAF). Broken into parts: DRAF · tee.
Is drafty pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat. The British form is /ˈdrɑːfti/ (DRAHF-tee).