How to pronounce meany
Say it like MEE-nee. Meany has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MEE).
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- MEE
- nee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Meany pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- neeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of meany
American and British speakers say meany in essentially the same way: /ˈmini/ in the US and /ˈmiːni/ in the UK.
British respelling: MEE-nee.
What does meany mean?
- Alternative spelling of meanie.
Where does meany come from?
From mean + -y.
Words that rhyme with meany
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of meany.
Questions about saying meany
How do you pronounce meany?
Say MEE-nee. The American pronunciation is /ˈmini/. In British English it is /ˈmiːni/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in meany?
Meany has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MEE). Broken into parts: MEE · nee.
Do Americans and Brits say meany the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈmini/ and the British form is /ˈmiːni/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.