How to pronounce peaky
Say it like PEE-kee. Peaky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PEE).
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- PEE
- kee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Peaky pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- keeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of peaky
American and British speakers say peaky in essentially the same way: /ˈpiki/ in the US and /ˈpiːki/ in the UK.
British respelling: PEE-kee.
What does peaky mean?
- Sickly; peaked.
- Characterised by peaks.
Where does peaky come from?
From peak + -y.
Words that rhyme with peaky
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of peaky.
Questions about saying peaky
How do you pronounce peaky?
Say PEE-kee. The American pronunciation is /ˈpiki/. In British English it is /ˈpiːki/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in peaky?
Peaky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PEE). Broken into parts: PEE · kee.
Do Americans and Brits say peaky the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈpiki/ and the British form is /ˈpiːki/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.