How to pronounce hunky
Say it like HUHNG-kee. Hunky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HUHNG).
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- HUHNG
- kee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Hunky pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HUHNGSay 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 hunky
American and British speakers say hunky in essentially the same way: /ˈhʌŋki/ in the US and /ˈhʌŋki/ in the UK.
British respelling: HUHNG-kee.
What does hunky mean?
- Exhibiting strong, masculine beauty.
- Shaped like a hunk, or piece; chunky.
- All right; in good condition.
Where does hunky come from?
From hunk + -y.
Words that rhyme with hunky
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of hunky.
Questions about saying hunky
How do you pronounce hunky?
Say HUHNG-kee. The American pronunciation is /ˈhʌŋki/. In British English it is /ˈhʌŋki/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in hunky?
Hunky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HUHNG). Broken into parts: HUHNG · kee.
Do Americans and Brits say hunky the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈhʌŋki/ and the British form is /ˈhʌŋki/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.