How to Pronounce Flunky

To pronounce "flunky", say FLUNKY — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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FLUNKY

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💡 Tip for remembering “flunky”

"flunky" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with spunky and chinky, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: flunkey — easy to mix up when writing.

What does flunky mean?

noun

  1. An underling; a liveried servant or a footman; servant, retainer – a person working in the service of another (especially in the household)
  2. One who is obsequious or cringing; a snob.

Words that rhyme with flunky

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

spunkychinkyhunkyhinkychunkyjunkieclunkyfunkyflunkeygunkyjunky

Related words

yes-manflunkeylackeystoogedweebmenialflunkieflunkydom

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "flunky"?▾

"Flunky" has one syllable.

What does "flunky" mean?▾

Flunky: An underling; a liveried servant or a footman; servant, retainer – a person working in the service of another (especially in the household)

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