How to Pronounce Shadowy

To pronounce "shadowy", say SHAD-owy — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈʃæd.əʊ.i/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈʃæd.əʊ.i/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “shadowy”

"shadowy" has 2 syllables: shad-owy.

What does shadowy mean?

adjective

  1. In shadow; darkened by shadows.

    “He sat in a shadowy corner.”

  2. (of character) Dark, obscure.

    “He was a shadowy man who rarely spoke.”

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "shadowy"?▾

"Shadowy" has 2 syllables: shad · owy.

What is the IPA transcription of "shadowy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "shadowy" is /ˈʃæd.əʊ.i/.

What does "shadowy" mean?▾

Shadowy: In shadow; darkened by shadows.

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