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