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