How to Pronounce Donkey

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈdɒŋki/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “donkey”

"donkey" has 2 syllables: donk-ey. It rhymes with wonky and honky, if that helps it stick.

What does donkey mean?

noun

  1. A domestic animal, Equus asinus asinus, similar to a horse
  2. A stubborn person

Synonyms

donkey engine

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Words that rhyme with donkey

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

wonkyhonkywankyswankyshonkyhonkeyrhonchi

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "donkey"?▾

"Donkey" has 2 syllables: donk · ey.

What is the IPA transcription of "donkey"?▾

The IPA transcription of "donkey" is /ˈdɒŋki/.

What does "donkey" mean?▾

Donkey: A domestic animal, Equus asinus asinus, similar to a horse

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