How to pronounce peery
Say it like PEE-ree. Peery has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PEE).
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- PEE
- ree
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Peery 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.
- reeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of peery
American and British speakers say peery in essentially the same way: /ˈpiri/ in the US and /ˈpiːri/ in the UK.
British respelling: PEE-ree.
What does peery mean?
- That tends to peer; prying, inquisitive, curious.
- Of or pertaining to peers or the peerage.
- spinning top
Where does peery come from?
From peer + -y.
Words that rhyme with peery
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of peery.
Questions about saying peery
How do you pronounce peery?
Say PEE-ree. The American pronunciation is /ˈpiri/. In British English it is /ˈpiːri/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in peery?
Peery has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PEE). Broken into parts: PEE · ree.
Do Americans and Brits say peery the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈpiri/ and the British form is /ˈpiːri/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.