How to Pronounce Limey

To pronounce "limey", say LIM-ey — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈlaɪmi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈlaɪmi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “limey”

"limey" has 2 syllables: lim-ey. It rhymes with stymie and grimy, if that helps it stick.

What does limey mean?

noun

  1. An Englishman or other Briton, or a person of British descent.

adjective

  1. Resembling limes (the fruit); lime-like.
  2. Of, or pertaining to, limes (the fruit).

    “This drink is full of limey goodness.”

Synonyms

pompommy

Words that rhyme with limey

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

stymiegrimystymystimyslimythymyprimyjaimie

Related words

limelikelemonlikelimecitruslikelemonycitrusylimolikefruitlike

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "limey"?▾

"Limey" has 2 syllables: lim · ey.

What is the IPA transcription of "limey"?▾

The IPA transcription of "limey" is /ˈlaɪmi/.

What does "limey" mean?▾

Limey: An Englishman or other Briton, or a person of British descent.

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