How to Pronounce Bailey

To pronounce "bailey", say BAIL-ey — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbeɪli/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈbeɪli/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “bailey”

"bailey" has 2 syllables: bail-ey. It rhymes with bally and scaly, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: bally, bailie, baillie, bailly — easy to mix up when writing.

What does bailey mean?

noun

  1. The outer wall of a feudal castle.
  2. The space immediately within the outer wall of a castle or fortress.

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Words that rhyme with bailey

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

ballyscalyukulelegailyfraillygreylydailygaylyaileyscaleypaleaeflaily

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bailey"?▾

"Bailey" has 2 syllables: bail · ey.

What is the IPA transcription of "bailey"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bailey" is /ˈbeɪli/.

What does "bailey" mean?▾

Bailey: The outer wall of a feudal castle.

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