How to pronounce punky
Say it like PUHNG-kee. Punky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PUHNG).
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- PUHNG
- kee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Punky pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PUHNGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- keeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of punky
American and British speakers say punky in essentially the same way: /ˈpʌŋki/ in the US and /ˈpʌŋki/ in the UK.
British respelling: PUHNG-kee.
What does punky mean?
- Of or pertaining to punk (touchwood); rotted or soft.
- Of or pertaining to the punk subculture.“a punky hairstyle”
- Alternative spelling of punkie (“small two-winged fly or midge; lantern similar to a jack-o'-lantern”).
- Alternative spelling of punkie (“pumpkinseed fish”).
Where does punky come from?
From punk + -y.
Words that rhyme with punky
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of punky.
Questions about saying punky
How do you pronounce punky?
Say PUHNG-kee. The American pronunciation is /ˈpʌŋki/. In British English it is /ˈpʌŋki/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in punky?
Punky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PUHNG). Broken into parts: PUHNG · kee.
Do Americans and Brits say punky the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈpʌŋki/ and the British form is /ˈpʌŋki/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.