How to Pronounce Achy

To pronounce "achy", say ACHY — one syllable, IPA /eɪ.ki/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/eɪ.ki/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “achy”

"achy" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with shaky and flaky, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: aikey — easy to mix up when writing.

What does achy mean?

adjective

  1. Suffering from aches, sore.

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Words that rhyme with achy

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

shakyflakybrakysekireikiquakysnakyflakeybreakycakeynaikidebakey

Related words

achingpainfulsorethrobbingbruisedaguedanguishouspassionate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "achy"?▾

"Achy" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "achy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "achy" is /eɪ.ki/.

What does "achy" mean?▾

Achy: Suffering from aches, sore.

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