How to Pronounce Cockney

To pronounce "cockney", say COCKN-ey — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

COCKN-ey

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💡 Tip for remembering “cockney”

"cockney" has 2 syllables: cockn-ey. It rhymes with mockney and knock-knee, if that helps it stick.

What does cockney mean?

noun

  1. A native or inhabitant of parts of the East End of London
  2. The accent and speech mannerisms of these people

adjective

  1. Of, or relating to these people or their accent

Synonyms

nancypansysissy

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Words that rhyme with cockney

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mockneyknock-kneehockneylockneyrockne

Related words

cockerneylondonishenglishishbritishlondon-centriclondinianlondonwardenglishy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cockney"?▾

"Cockney" has 2 syllables: cockn · ey.

What does "cockney" mean?▾

Cockney: A native or inhabitant of parts of the East End of London

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