How to pronounce flashy
Say it like FLASH-ee. Flashy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FLASH).
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- FLASH
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Flashy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FLASHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of flashy
American and British speakers say flashy in essentially the same way: /ˈflæʃi/ in the US and /ˈflæʃi/ in the UK.
British respelling: FLASH-ee.
What does flashy mean?
- Showy; visually impressive, attention-getting, or appealing.“The dancers wore flashy costumes featuring shiny sequins in many vibrant colors.”
- Marked by frequent variations in water amount (compare flash flood).
- Flashing; producing flashes.“a flashy light”
Where does flashy come from?
From flash + -y.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with flashy
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Questions about saying flashy
How do you pronounce flashy?
Say FLASH-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈflæʃi/. In British English it is /ˈflæʃi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in flashy?
Flashy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FLASH). Broken into parts: FLASH · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say flashy the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈflæʃi/ and the British form is /ˈflæʃi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.