How to pronounce stocky
Say it like STOK-ee. Stocky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STOK).
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- STOK
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Stocky pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- STOKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of stocky
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: STOK-ee.
What does stocky mean?
- Sturdy; solidly built; heavy and compact.
Where does stocky come from?
From stock + -y.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with stocky
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Questions about saying stocky
How do you pronounce stocky?
Say STOK-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈstɑki/. In British English it is /ˈstɒki/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in stocky?
Stocky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STOK). Broken into parts: STOK · ee.
Is stocky pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˈstɒki/ (STOK-ee).