How to Pronounce Smiley

To pronounce "smiley", say SMIL-ey — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsmaɪli/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈsmaɪli/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “smiley”

"smiley" has 2 syllables: smil-ey. It rhymes with wily and wryly, if that helps it stick.

What does smiley mean?

noun

  1. A simplified representation of a smiling face.
  2. A sequence of keyboard characters used to represent a happy mood, especially :) or :-) or other depiction of smiling.

adjective

  1. Cheerful and happy; smiling.
  2. Having one's throat slit from side to side.

Synonyms

emoticonsmiley face

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Words that rhyme with smiley

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

wilywrylyslylydrylydrilyvilelyshilyshylyhighlyrileykileynighly

Related words

merrycheerfulhappyexpensivefacesidecarasided

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "smiley"?▾

"Smiley" has 2 syllables: smil · ey.

What is the IPA transcription of "smiley"?▾

The IPA transcription of "smiley" is /ˈsmaɪli/.

What does "smiley" mean?▾

Smiley: A simplified representation of a smiling face.

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