How to Pronounce Leggy

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

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Letters

/ˈlɛɡi/

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💡 Tip for remembering “leggy”

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

What does leggy mean?

adjective

  1. (chiefly of a woman) Having long, attractive legs; long-legged.

    “Fred preferred leggy blondes.”

  2. (chiefly of a woman) Exposing the bare or pantyhose-clad legs, especially the thighs.

    “Pam was leggy today because she was wearing a miniskirt.”

Words that rhyme with leggy

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dreggypeggyregiereggyheggiepeggiesadeghi

Related words

long-leggedtalllong-shankedtall-growinggirlshotattractivegood-looking

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "leggy"?▾

"Leggy" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "leggy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "leggy" is /ˈlɛɡi/.

What does "leggy" mean?▾

Leggy: (chiefly of a woman) Having long, attractive legs; long-legged.

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