How to pronounce partay
Say it like par-TAY. Partay has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TAY).
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- par
- TAY
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Partay pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- parGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- TAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of partay
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: pah-TAY.
What does partay mean?
- A party (organized gathering of people for dancing and having fun).
- To party (have a party, enjoy oneself).
Where does partay come from?
Alteration of party.
Words that rhyme with partay
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of partay.
Questions about saying partay
How do you pronounce partay?
Say par-TAY. The American pronunciation is /ˌpɑrˈteɪ/. In British English it is /ˌpɑːˈteɪ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in partay?
Partay has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TAY). Broken into parts: par · TAY.
Is partay 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 /ˌpɑːˈteɪ/ (pah-TAY).