How to pronounce loopy
Say it like LOO-pee. Loopy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOO).
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- LOO
- pee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Loopy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- peeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of loopy
American and British speakers say loopy in essentially the same way: /ˈlupi/ in the US and /ˈluːpi/ in the UK.
British respelling: LOO-pee.
What does loopy mean?
- Having loops.“a loopy rollercoaster”
- Idiotic; crazy.
- Under the influence of alcohol or a narcotic; drunk.
Where does loopy come from?
From loop + -y.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with loopy
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of loopy.
Questions about saying loopy
How do you pronounce loopy?
Say LOO-pee. The American pronunciation is /ˈlupi/. In British English it is /ˈluːpi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in loopy?
Loopy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOO). Broken into parts: LOO · pee.
Do Americans and Brits say loopy the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈlupi/ and the British form is /ˈluːpi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.