How to pronounce parky
Say it like PAR-kee. Parky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAR).
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- PAR
- kee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Parky pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- keeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of parky
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PAH-kee.
What does parky mean?
- Of, from, or related to a park or parks generally, especially parklike.“We went to a beautiful parky place over by the river.”
- Having parks or parklike areas.“Yellowstone has always been parky country.”
- Alternative spelling of parkie: a parkkeeper.
- Synonym of chilly: somewhat cold but not extremely so.
Where does parky come from?
From park + -y.
Words that rhyme with parky
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Questions about saying parky
How do you pronounce parky?
Say PAR-kee. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɑrki/. In British English it is /ˈpɑːki/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in parky?
Parky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAR). Broken into parts: PAR · kee.
Is parky pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈpɑːki/ (PAH-kee).