How to pronounce willowy
Say it like WIL-oh-ee. Willowy has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WIL).
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- WIL
- oh
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Willowy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WILSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ohKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of willowy
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: WIL-oh-ee.
What does willowy mean?
- Resembling a willow.
- Tall, slender and graceful.
- Having willow trees.
Where does willowy come from?
From willow + -y.
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Questions about saying willowy
How do you pronounce willowy?
Say WIL-oh-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈwɪloʊi/. In British English it is /ˈwɪləʊi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in willowy?
Willowy has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WIL). Broken into parts: WIL · oh · ee.
Is willowy 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 /ˈwɪləʊi/ (WIL-oh-ee).