How to pronounce squeaky
Say it like SKWEE-kee. Squeaky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKWEE).
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- SKWEE
- kee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Squeaky pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SKWEESay 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 squeaky
American and British speakers say squeaky in essentially the same way: /ˈskwiki/ in the US and /ˈskwiːki/ in the UK.
British respelling: SKWEE-kee.
What does squeaky mean?
- Tending to produce a high-pitched sound or squeak.
Where does squeaky come from?
From squeak + -y.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with squeaky
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of squeaky.
Questions about saying squeaky
How do you pronounce squeaky?
Say SKWEE-kee. The American pronunciation is /ˈskwiki/. In British English it is /ˈskwiːki/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in squeaky?
Squeaky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKWEE). Broken into parts: SKWEE · kee.
Do Americans and Brits say squeaky the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈskwiki/ and the British form is /ˈskwiːki/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.