How to pronounce wiseguy
Say it like WYZE-ghy. Wiseguy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WYZE).
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- WYZE
- ghy
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Wiseguy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WYZESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- ghyGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of wiseguy
American and British speakers say wiseguy in essentially the same way: /ˈwaɪzˌɡaɪ/ in the US and /ˈwaɪzˌɡaɪ/ in the UK.
British respelling: WYZE-ghy.
What does wiseguy mean?
- Alternative spelling of wise guy.
Where does wiseguy come from?
From wise + guy.
Questions about saying wiseguy
How do you pronounce wiseguy?
Say WYZE-ghy. The American pronunciation is /ˈwaɪzˌɡaɪ/. In British English it is /ˈwaɪzˌɡaɪ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in wiseguy?
Wiseguy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WYZE). Broken into parts: WYZE · ghy.
Do Americans and Brits say wiseguy the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈwaɪzˌɡaɪ/ and the British form is /ˈwaɪzˌɡaɪ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.