How to Pronounce Piddly

To pronounce "piddly", say PIDDLY — one syllable, IPA /ˈpɪd.li/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˈpɪd.li/

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💡 Tip for remembering “piddly

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

What does piddly mean?

adjective

  1. Small, inconsequential, or not worth spending time on.

    Why play those piddly penny slots when you can win big time at the roulette wheel, man?

Words that rhyme with piddly

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "piddly"?

"Piddly" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "piddly"?

The IPA transcription of "piddly" is /ˈpɪd.li/.

What does "piddly" mean?

Piddly: Small, inconsequential, or not worth spending time on.

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