How to pronounce vacay
Say it like VAY-kay. Vacay has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VAY).
Click the play button next to American or British to hear how to pronounce vacay. Choose Slow to hear each sound clearly.
- VAY
- kay
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Vacay pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- VAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- kayKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of vacay
American and British speakers say vacay in essentially the same way: /ˈveɪkeɪ/ in the US and /ˈveɪkeɪ/ in the UK.
British respelling: VAY-kay.
What does vacay mean?
- A vacation.
- To vacation (to spend or take a vacation).
Where does vacay come from?
Clipping of vacation, with -y to clarify pronunciation.
Questions about saying vacay
How do you pronounce vacay?
Say VAY-kay. The American pronunciation is /ˈveɪkeɪ/. In British English it is /ˈveɪkeɪ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in vacay?
Vacay has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VAY). Broken into parts: VAY · kay.
Do Americans and Brits say vacay the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈveɪkeɪ/ and the British form is /ˈveɪkeɪ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.