How to pronounce natty
Say it like NAT-ee. Natty has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NAT).
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- NAT
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Natty pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NATSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of natty
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: NAT-ee.
What does natty mean?
- Smart and fashionable.
- Knotty.“natty dreadlocks”
- Natural, as opposed to steroid enhanced.“natty gains”
Where does natty come from?
Originally slang, perhaps related to natural.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with natty
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Questions about saying natty
How do you pronounce natty?
Say NAT-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈnæti/. In British English it is /ˈnæti/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in natty?
Natty has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NAT). Broken into parts: NAT · ee.
Is natty pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈnæti/ (NAT-ee).