How to pronounce sarky
Say it like SAR-kee. Sarky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAR).
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- SAR
- kee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sarky pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- keeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of sarky
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SAH-kee.
What does sarky mean?
- Synonym of sarcastic.
Where does sarky come from?
From sarc (“sarcasm”) + -y.
Words that rhyme with sarky
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of sarky.
Questions about saying sarky
How do you pronounce sarky?
Say SAR-kee. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɑrki/. In British English it is /ˈsɑːkiː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sarky?
Sarky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAR). Broken into parts: SAR · kee.
Is sarky pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈsɑːkiː/ (SAH-kee).