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