To pronounce "alkie", say ALK-ie — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈæl.ki/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈæl.ki/
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"alkie" has 2 syllables: alk-ie.
noun
"Alkie" has 2 syllables: alk · ie.
The IPA transcription of "alkie" is /ˈæl.ki/.
Alkie: An alcoholic.
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