How to pronounce sarney
Say it like SAR-nee. Sarney has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAR).
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- SAR
- nee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sarney 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.
- neeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of sarney
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SAH-nee.
What does sarney mean?
- Alternative form of sarnie.
Words that rhyme with sarney
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of sarney.
Questions about saying sarney
How do you pronounce sarney?
Say SAR-nee. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɑrni/. In British English it is /ˈsɑːni/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sarney?
Sarney has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAR). Broken into parts: SAR · nee.
Is sarney 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 /ˈsɑːni/ (SAH-nee).