How to pronounce skanky
Say it like SKAYNG-kee. Skanky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKAYNG).
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- SKAYNG
- kee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Skanky pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SKAYNGSay 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 skanky
American and British speakers say skanky in essentially the same way: /ˈskeɪŋki/ in the US and /ˈskeɪŋki/ in the UK.
British respelling: SKAYNG-kee.
What does skanky mean?
- dirty; smutty or scabby
- Resembling or characteristic of a skank (disreputable woman).
- Resembling or characteristic of the skank dance.
Where does skanky come from?
From skank + -y.
Questions about saying skanky
How do you pronounce skanky?
Say SKAYNG-kee. The American pronunciation is /ˈskeɪŋki/. In British English it is /ˈskeɪŋki/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in skanky?
Skanky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKAYNG). Broken into parts: SKAYNG · kee.
Do Americans and Brits say skanky the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈskeɪŋki/ and the British form is /ˈskeɪŋki/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.