How to Pronounce Icy

To pronounce "icy", say ICY — one syllable, IPA /ˈaɪsi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˈaɪsi/

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💡 Tip for remembering “icy”

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

What does icy mean?

adjective

  1. Pertaining to, resembling, or abounding in ice; cold; frosty.
  2. Covered with ice, wholly or partially.

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Words that rhyme with icy

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

diceyspicypricyspicey

Related words

freezingfrozengelidfrostyfrigidcoldwintryglacial

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "icy"?▾

"Icy" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "icy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "icy" is /ˈaɪsi/.

What does "icy" mean?▾

Icy: Pertaining to, resembling, or abounding in ice; cold; frosty.

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