How to pronounce locky
Say it like LOK-ee. Locky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOK).
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- LOK
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Locky pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LOKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of locky
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: LOK-ee.
What does locky mean?
- Having locks or tufts.“locky hair”
Where does locky come from?
From lock + -y.
Words that rhyme with locky
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of locky.
Questions about saying locky
How do you pronounce locky?
Say LOK-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈlɑki/. In British English it is /ˈlɒki/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in locky?
Locky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOK). Broken into parts: LOK · ee.
Is locky pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˈlɒki/ (LOK-ee).