How to pronounce smirky
Say it like SMUR-kee. Smirky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SMUR).
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- SMUR
- kee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Smirky pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SMURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- keeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of smirky
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SMUR-kee.
What does smirky mean?
- Smirking, or as if smirking
Where does smirky come from?
From smirk + -y.
Words that rhyme with smirky
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of smirky.
Questions about saying smirky
How do you pronounce smirky?
Say SMUR-kee. The American pronunciation is /ˈsmɝki/. In British English it is /ˈsmɜːki/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in smirky?
Smirky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SMUR). Broken into parts: SMUR · kee.
Is smirky 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 /ˈsmɜːki/ (SMUR-kee).