How to pronounce nifty
Say it like NIF-tee. Nifty has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NIF).
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- NIF
- tee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Nifty pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NIFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- teeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of nifty
American and British speakers say nifty in essentially the same way: /ˈnɪfti/ in the US and /ˈnɪfti/ in the UK.
British respelling: NIF-tee.
What does nifty mean?
- Good, smart; useful or beneficial, often in an impressively clever way.“a nifty trick for reducing your household energy bill”
- Stylish.“nifty gear”
- A possibly risqué comic story or anecdote.
- A trick.
Where does nifty come from?
From *nift + -y. First element is of unknown origin.
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Words that rhyme with nifty
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Questions about saying nifty
How do you pronounce nifty?
Say NIF-tee. The American pronunciation is /ˈnɪfti/. In British English it is /ˈnɪfti/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in nifty?
Nifty has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NIF). Broken into parts: NIF · tee.
Do Americans and Brits say nifty the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈnɪfti/ and the British form is /ˈnɪfti/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.