How to Pronounce Watery

To pronounce "watery", say WAT-ery — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈwɑtəɹi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈwɑtəɹi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “watery”

"watery" has 2 syllables: wat-ery. It rhymes with lottery and pottery, if that helps it stick.

What does watery mean?

adjective

  1. Resembling or characteristic of water.
  2. Wet, soggy or soaked with water.

Synonyms

waterishwishy-washydrenchedmoistwaterloggedblandflavorless

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Words that rhyme with watery

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lotterypotterywateriedaughteryguatterywateree

Related words

washywetreekingdiluteddiluteliquiddrippingswimming

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "watery"?▾

"Watery" has 2 syllables: wat · ery.

What is the IPA transcription of "watery"?▾

The IPA transcription of "watery" is /ˈwɑtəɹi/.

What does "watery" mean?▾

Watery: Resembling or characteristic of water.

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