How to pronounce stretchy
Say it like STRECH-ee. Stretchy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STRECH).
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- STRECH
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Stretchy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- STRECHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of stretchy
American and British speakers say stretchy in essentially the same way: /ˈstrɛtʃi/ in the US and /ˈstrɛtʃi/ in the UK.
British respelling: STRECH-ee.
What does stretchy mean?
- Capable of stretching; elastic.
- Inclined to stretch, as from weariness.
Where does stretchy come from?
From stretch + -y.
Words that rhyme with stretchy
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of stretchy.
Questions about saying stretchy
How do you pronounce stretchy?
Say STRECH-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈstrɛtʃi/. In British English it is /ˈstrɛtʃi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in stretchy?
Stretchy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STRECH). Broken into parts: STRECH · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say stretchy the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈstrɛtʃi/ and the British form is /ˈstrɛtʃi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.