How to pronounce dunky
Say it like DUHNG-kee. Dunky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUHNG).
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- DUHNG
- kee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dunky pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DUHNGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- keeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of dunky
American and British speakers say dunky in essentially the same way: /ˈdʌŋki/ in the US and /ˈdʌŋki/ in the UK.
British respelling: DUHNG-kee.
What does dunky mean?
- Suitable for dunking; dunkable.
- A condom.
Words that rhyme with dunky
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of dunky.
Questions about saying dunky
How do you pronounce dunky?
Say DUHNG-kee. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʌŋki/. In British English it is /ˈdʌŋki/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dunky?
Dunky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUHNG). Broken into parts: DUHNG · kee.
Do Americans and Brits say dunky the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈdʌŋki/ and the British form is /ˈdʌŋki/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.