How to pronounce neddy
Say it like NED-ee. Neddy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NED).
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- NED
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Neddy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NEDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of neddy
American and British speakers say neddy in essentially the same way: /ˈnɛdi/ in the US and /ˈnɛdi/ in the UK.
British respelling: NED-ee.
What does neddy mean?
- A donkey or ass.
- A horse, especially a racehorse.
- The horse races.
Where does neddy come from?
From Ned + -y, Ned being a diminutive of Edward.
Words that rhyme with neddy
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of neddy.
Questions about saying neddy
How do you pronounce neddy?
Say NED-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈnɛdi/. In British English it is /ˈnɛdi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in neddy?
Neddy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NED). Broken into parts: NED · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say neddy the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈnɛdi/ and the British form is /ˈnɛdi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.