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