How to Pronounce Poly

To pronounce "poly", say POLY — one syllable, IPA /ˈpɒli/. 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

/ˈpɒli/

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💡 Tip for remembering “poly”

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

Sounds exactly like: polly, polley — easy to mix up when writing.

What does poly mean?

noun

  1. Polytechnic.
  2. Polyethylene (polythene).

verb

  1. To polymorph; to transform by magic.

adjective

  1. Polyamorous.

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Words that rhyme with poly

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

melancholyfollygollydollycollyjollyvolleyolliemollysquallyloblollypolly

Related words

polyethylenepoljeornithinelysinegreenhousebolepoliteug

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "poly"?▾

"Poly" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "poly"?▾

The IPA transcription of "poly" is /ˈpɒli/.

What does "poly" mean?▾

Poly: Polytechnic.

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