How to Pronounce Sassy

To pronounce "sassy", say SASSY — one syllable, IPA /ˈsasi/. 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

/ˈsasi/

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💡 Tip for remembering “sassy”

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

Sounds exactly like: sassi — easy to mix up when writing.

What does sassy mean?

adjective

  1. Bold and spirited, cheeky, impudent, saucy.
  2. Somewhat sexy and provocative.

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Words that rhyme with sassy

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

assaybrassyefficacychassisclassyglassyprofligacycassiegassygrassybrassiemassy

Related words

cheekybrashimpudentinsolentprocaciousinsultingpertimpertinent

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sassy"?▾

"Sassy" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "sassy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sassy" is /ˈsasi/.

What does "sassy" mean?▾

Sassy: Bold and spirited, cheeky, impudent, saucy.

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