How to Pronounce Nerdy

To pronounce "nerdy", say NERDY — one syllable, IPA /nɜː(ɹ)di/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/nɜː(ɹ)di/

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💡 Tip for remembering “nerdy”

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

What does nerdy mean?

adjective

  1. (of a person) Being or like a nerd.

    “That guy is nerdy and weird.”

  2. (of a quality or interest) Of, pertaining to, in the style of, or appealing to nerds.

    “I got a pair of nerdy glasses and clothes for Halloween.”

Synonyms

nerdish

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Words that rhyme with nerdy

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

birdiewordybirdythirtycurdyciardimurdy

Related words

unhipsquarenerdlikegeeklikeneekygeekishgeeklygeeky

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nerdy"?▾

"Nerdy" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "nerdy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "nerdy" is /nɜː(ɹ)di/.

What does "nerdy" mean?▾

Nerdy: (of a person) Being or like a nerd.

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