How to pronounce sporty
Say it like SPOR-tee. Sporty has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SPOR).
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- SPOR
- tee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sporty pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SPORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- teeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of sporty
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SPAW-tee.
What does sporty mean?
- Fond of sports.“He's perfect for me, as he's both studious and sporty.”
- Suitable for use in sport.“a sporty tennis outfit”
- stylish with a fun, bold, vibrant quality or appearance.“My new car looks sporty but is actually very practical.”
Where does sporty come from?
From sport + -y.
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Words that rhyme with sporty
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Questions about saying sporty
How do you pronounce sporty?
Say SPOR-tee. The American pronunciation is /ˈspɔrti/. In British English it is /ˈspɔːti/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sporty?
Sporty has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SPOR). Broken into parts: SPOR · tee.
Is sporty 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 /ˈspɔːti/ (SPAW-tee).