To pronounce "handy", say HANDY — one syllable, IPA /ˈhæn.di/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈhæn.di/
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"handy" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with randy and dandy, if that helps it stick.
adjective
“Some people regard duct tape as a handy fix-all.”
“I keep a first-aid kit handy in case of emergency.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Handy" has one syllable.
The IPA transcription of "handy" is /ˈhæn.di/.
Handy: Easy to use, useful.
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