How to Pronounce Necktie

To pronounce "necktie", say NECKT-ie — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈnɛk.taɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈnɛk.taɪ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “necktie”

"necktie" has 2 syllables: neckt-ie. It rhymes with wry and exemplify, if that helps it stick.

What does necktie mean?

noun

  1. A strip of cloth worn around the neck and tied in the front. See also bowtie.

Words that rhyme with necktie

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

wryexemplifyrectifyhighlieapplyfortifyawrymollifyamplifynullifycry

Related words

tiehanginghangmanbowtiebow-tieneckwear

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "necktie"?▾

"Necktie" has 2 syllables: neckt · ie.

What is the IPA transcription of "necktie"?▾

The IPA transcription of "necktie" is /ˈnɛk.taɪ/.

What does "necktie" mean?▾

Necktie: A strip of cloth worn around the neck and tied in the front. See also bowtie.

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