How to Pronounce Nifty

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

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Letters

/ˈnɪfti/

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💡 Tip for remembering “nifty”

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

What does nifty mean?

adjective

  1. Good, smart; useful or beneficial.

    “a nifty trick for reducing your household energy bill”

  2. Stylish.

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Words that rhyme with nifty

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

thriftyshiftyfiftyfiftee

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nifty"?▾

"Nifty" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "nifty"?▾

The IPA transcription of "nifty" is /ˈnɪfti/.

What does "nifty" mean?▾

Nifty: Good, smart; useful or beneficial.

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