How to pronounce lovey
Say it like LUHV-ee. Lovey has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LUHV).
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- LUHV
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lovey pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LUHVSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of lovey
American and British speakers say lovey in essentially the same way: /ˈlʌvi/ in the US and /ˈlʌvi/ in the UK.
British respelling: LUHV-ee.
What does lovey mean?
- An informal mode of address (associated most often with actors and the like).
- A baby's toy, blanket, or other object of affection.
Where does lovey come from?
From love + -y.
Words that rhyme with lovey
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of lovey.
Questions about saying lovey
How do you pronounce lovey?
Say LUHV-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈlʌvi/. In British English it is /ˈlʌvi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lovey?
Lovey has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LUHV). Broken into parts: LUHV · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say lovey the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈlʌvi/ and the British form is /ˈlʌvi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.