How to pronounce wordie
Say it like WUR-dee. Wordie has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WUR).
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- WUR
- dee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Wordie pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- deeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of wordie
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WUR-dee.
What does wordie mean?
- Someone interested in words; especially, one enthusiastic about the study of word use but not bent on being pedantic about usage prescription.
- Diminutive of word. How to pronounce word
Where does wordie come from?
From word + -ie; the enthusiast sense is parallel in nature with foodie and was probably influenced by it.
Words that rhyme with wordie
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Words that sound like wordie
Questions about saying wordie
How do you pronounce wordie?
Say WUR-dee. The American pronunciation is /ˈwɝdi/. In British English it is /ˈwɜːdi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in wordie?
Wordie has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WUR). Broken into parts: WUR · dee.
Is wordie pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈwɜːdi/ (WUR-dee).
What words sound the same as wordie?
Wordie sounds the same as wordy in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.