How to pronounce techie
Say it like TEK-ee. Techie has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TEK).
- TEK
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Techie pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TEKSay 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 techie
American and British speakers say techie in essentially the same way: /ˈtɛki/ in the US and /ˈtɛki/ in the UK.
British respelling: TEK-ee.
What does techie mean?
- One who works with, or has an interest in, technology or computers.
- A person who works on the technical side of events.
Where does techie come from?
From tech + -ie (q.v.).
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- tekki
Words that rhyme with techie
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of techie.
Questions about saying techie
How do you pronounce techie?
Say TEK-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈtɛki/. In British English it is /ˈtɛki/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in techie?
Techie has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TEK). Broken into parts: TEK · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say techie the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈtɛki/ and the British form is /ˈtɛki/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.