How to pronounce tony
Say it like TOH-nee. Tony has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TOH).
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- TOH
- nee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tony pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- neeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of tony
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: TOH-nee.
What does tony mean?
- Stylish, high-toned, upscale.
Where does tony come from?
From tone + -y.
Words that rhyme with tony
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of tony.
Questions about saying tony
How do you pronounce tony?
Say TOH-nee. The American pronunciation is /ˈtoʊni/. In British English it is /ˈtəʊni/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in tony?
Tony has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TOH). Broken into parts: TOH · nee.
Is tony pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈtəʊni/ (TOH-nee).