How to Pronounce Sai

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

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Letters

/saɪ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “sai”

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

Sounds exactly like: sigh, cy, psi, sy — easy to mix up when writing.

What does sai mean?

noun

  1. A handheld weapon with three prongs, used in some Oriental martial arts.

Words that rhyme with sai

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

wryexemplifyrectifyhighlieapplyfortifyawrymollifyamplifynullifycry

Related words

saisswimmingsandyiaswestdragoniadups

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sai"?▾

"Sai" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "sai"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sai" is /saɪ/.

What does "sai" mean?▾

Sai: A handheld weapon with three prongs, used in some Oriental martial arts.

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