How to pronounce vagary
Say it like VAY-guh-ree. Vagary has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VAY).
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- VAY
- guh
- ree
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Vagary 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.
- guhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- reeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of vagary
American and British speakers say vagary in essentially the same way: /ˈveɪɡəri/ in the US and /ˈveɪɡəri/ in the UK.
British respelling: VAY-guh-ree.
What does vagary mean?
- An erratic, unpredictable occurrence or action.
- Something vague.“to speak in vagaries”
- An impulsive or illogical desire; a caprice or whim.
Where does vagary come from?
From Italian vagare (“wander”) and/or its source Latin vagārī (“to wander”), from Latin vagus (“wandering”).
Questions about saying vagary
How do you pronounce vagary?
Say VAY-guh-ree. The American pronunciation is /ˈveɪɡəri/. In British English it is /ˈveɪɡəri/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in vagary?
Vagary has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VAY). Broken into parts: VAY · guh · ree.
Do Americans and Brits say vagary the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈveɪɡəri/ and the British form is /ˈveɪɡəri/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.