How to pronounce sniffy
Say it like SNIF-ee. Sniffy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SNIF).
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- SNIF
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sniffy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SNIFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of sniffy
American and British speakers say sniffy in essentially the same way: /ˈsnɪfi/ in the US and /ˈsnɪfi/ in the UK.
British respelling: SNIF-ee.
What does sniffy mean?
- Disdainful; haughty.
- Characterised by sniffing.“a sniffy cold that turned into a sore throat”
Where does sniffy come from?
From sniff + -y.
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Words that rhyme with sniffy
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Questions about saying sniffy
How do you pronounce sniffy?
Say SNIF-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈsnɪfi/. In British English it is /ˈsnɪfi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sniffy?
Sniffy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SNIF). Broken into parts: SNIF · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say sniffy the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsnɪfi/ and the British form is /ˈsnɪfi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.