How to pronounce gimmickry
Say it like GHIM-ih-kree. Gimmickry has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GHIM).
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- GHIM
- ih
- kree
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gimmickry pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GHIMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- kreeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of gimmickry
American and British speakers say gimmickry in essentially the same way: /ˈɡɪmɪkri/ in the US and /ˈɡɪmɪkri/ in the UK.
British respelling: GHIM-ih-kree.
What does gimmickry mean?
- Gimmicks collectively.
- The use of gimmicks.
Where does gimmickry come from?
From gimmick + -ry.
Words that rhyme with gimmickry
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of gimmickry.
Questions about saying gimmickry
How do you pronounce gimmickry?
Say GHIM-ih-kree. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡɪmɪkri/. In British English it is /ˈɡɪmɪkri/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gimmickry?
Gimmickry has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GHIM). Broken into parts: GHIM · ih · kree.
Do Americans and Brits say gimmickry the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɡɪmɪkri/ and the British form is /ˈɡɪmɪkri/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.