How to pronounce obby
Say it like OB-ee. Obby has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OB).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈɑbi/OB-ee
UK British/ˈɒbiː/OB-ee
- OB
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Obby pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- OBSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of obby
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: OB-ee.
What does obby mean?
noun
- An obstacle course.
- Obsidian.
- A hobby horse.
Where does obby come from?
Clipping of obstacle course + -y.
Words that rhyme with obby
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of obby.
Questions about saying obby
How do you pronounce obby?
Say OB-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈɑbi/. In British English it is /ˈɒbiː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in obby?
Obby has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OB). Broken into parts: OB · ee.
Is obby pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˈɒbiː/ (OB-ee).