How to pronounce leeky
Say it like LEE-kee. Leeky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEE).
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- LEE
- kee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Leeky pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LEESay 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 leeky
American and British speakers say leeky in essentially the same way: /ˈliki/ in the US and /ˈliːki/ in the UK.
British respelling: LEE-kee.
What does leeky mean?
- Like or resembling a leek or leeks; leekish.
Where does leeky come from?
From leek + -y.
Words that rhyme with leeky
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of leeky.
Words that sound like leeky
Questions about saying leeky
How do you pronounce leeky?
Say LEE-kee. The American pronunciation is /ˈliki/. In British English it is /ˈliːki/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in leeky?
Leeky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEE). Broken into parts: LEE · kee.
Do Americans and Brits say leeky the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈliki/ and the British form is /ˈliːki/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as leeky?
Leeky sounds the same as leaky in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.