How to pronounce planky
Say it like PLAYNG-kee. Planky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PLAYNG).
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- PLAYNG
- kee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Planky pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PLAYNGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- keeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of planky
American and British speakers say planky in essentially the same way: /ˈpleɪŋki/ in the US and /ˈpleɪŋki/ in the UK.
British respelling: PLAYNG-kee.
What does planky mean?
- Resembling or characteristic of a plank.
- Excessively woody.
Where does planky come from?
From plank + -y.
Questions about saying planky
How do you pronounce planky?
Say PLAYNG-kee. The American pronunciation is /ˈpleɪŋki/. In British English it is /ˈpleɪŋki/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in planky?
Planky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PLAYNG). Broken into parts: PLAYNG · kee.
Do Americans and Brits say planky the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈpleɪŋki/ and the British form is /ˈpleɪŋki/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.