How to pronounce sassy
Say it like SAS-ee. Sassy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAS).
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- SAS
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sassy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SASSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of sassy
American and British speakers say sassy in essentially the same way: /ˈsæsi/ in the US and /ˈsæsi/ in the UK.
British respelling: SAS-ee.
What does sassy mean?
- Bold and spirited, often towards someone in authority; cheeky; impudent; saucy.
- Smart, fashionable; stylish; chic.
- Lively, vigorous.
Where does sassy come from?
A modification of saucy, equivalent to sass + -y, originally used in American English.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with sassy
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of sassy.
Questions about saying sassy
How do you pronounce sassy?
Say SAS-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈsæsi/. In British English it is /ˈsæsi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sassy?
Sassy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAS). Broken into parts: SAS · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say sassy the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsæsi/ and the British form is /ˈsæsi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.