How to pronounce sneaky
Say it like SNEE-kee. Sneaky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SNEE).
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- SNEE
- kee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sneaky pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SNEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- keeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of sneaky
American and British speakers say sneaky in essentially the same way: /ˈsniki/ in the US and /ˈsniːki/ in the UK.
British respelling: SNEE-kee.
What does sneaky mean?
- marked by deception“achieved success in business only by underhand methods”
- marked by quiet and caution and secrecy; taking pains to avoid being observed“a furtive manner”“a sneak attack”
Where does sneaky come from?
From sneak + -y.
Words that rhyme with sneaky
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of sneaky.
Questions about saying sneaky
How do you pronounce sneaky?
Say SNEE-kee. The American pronunciation is /ˈsniki/. In British English it is /ˈsniːki/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sneaky?
Sneaky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SNEE). Broken into parts: SNEE · kee.
Do Americans and Brits say sneaky the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsniki/ and the British form is /ˈsniːki/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.