To pronounce "healthy", say HEALTHY — one syllable, IPA /ˈhɛl.θi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈhɛl.θi/
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"healthy" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with stealthy and unhealthy, if that helps it stick.
adjective
“He was father to three healthy kids.”
“A healthy diet and exercise can help to maintain proper weight.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Healthy" has one syllable.
The IPA transcription of "healthy" is /ˈhɛl.θi/.
Healthy: Enjoying health and vigor of body, mind, or spirit: well.
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