How to pronounce kiki
Say it like KEE-kee. Kiki has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KEE).
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- KEE
- kee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Kiki pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- keeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of kiki
American and British speakers say kiki in essentially the same way: /ˈkiki/ in the US and /ˈkiːki/ in the UK.
British respelling: KEE-kee.
What does kiki mean?
- A gathering of friends for the purpose of gossiping and chit-chat.
- To meet with friends without any agenda or goals.
Where does kiki come from?
In the sense "lesbian who is neither butch nor femme", sometimes said to mean "neither-nor" in some language; related to kai kai (“sexual activity between drag queens”); see that entry for more.
Words that rhyme with kiki
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of kiki.
Questions about saying kiki
How do you pronounce kiki?
Say KEE-kee. The American pronunciation is /ˈkiki/. In British English it is /ˈkiːki/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in kiki?
Kiki has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KEE). Broken into parts: KEE · kee.
Do Americans and Brits say kiki the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkiki/ and the British form is /ˈkiːki/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.