How to Pronounce Annoy

To pronounce "annoy", say ANN-oy — 2 syllables, IPA /əˈnɔɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/əˈnɔɪ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “annoy”

"annoy" has 2 syllables: ann-oy. It rhymes with coy and employ, if that helps it stick.

What does annoy mean?

noun

  1. A feeling of discomfort or vexation caused by what one dislikes.
  2. That which causes such a feeling.

verb

  1. To disturb or irritate, especially by continued or repeated acts; to bother with unpleasant deeds.

    “Marc loved his sister, but when she annoyed him he wanted to switch her off.”

  2. To do something to upset or anger someone; to be troublesome.

Synonyms

annoyancebotherbughassleirkirritatenagpester

Antonyms

please

Words that rhyme with annoy

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

coyemployenjoyalloyjoydestroytoyploytomboydecoycorduroydeploy

Related words

bothervexirritaterileragnarkdevilgravel

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "annoy"?▾

"Annoy" has 2 syllables: ann · oy.

What is the IPA transcription of "annoy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "annoy" is /əˈnɔɪ/.

What does "annoy" mean?▾

Annoy: A feeling of discomfort or vexation caused by what one dislikes.

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