How to pronounce iffy
Say it like IF-ee. Iffy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IF).
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- IF
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Iffy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- IFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of iffy
American and British speakers say iffy in essentially the same way: /ˈɪfi/ in the US and /ˈɪfi/ in the UK.
British respelling: IF-ee.
What does iffy mean?
- Of dubious authenticity, legitimacy or legality.“He's selling new CD players for £20 each – that sounds a bit iffy to me.”
- Uncertain or chancy; risky.“The weather is still iffy for Saturday's rocket launch.”
Where does iffy come from?
From if + -y.
Questions about saying iffy
How do you pronounce iffy?
Say IF-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈɪfi/. In British English it is /ˈɪfi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in iffy?
Iffy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IF). Broken into parts: IF · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say iffy the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɪfi/ and the British form is /ˈɪfi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.