How to Pronounce Whitey

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈwaɪti/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “whitey”

"whitey" has 2 syllables: whit-ey. It rhymes with free and devotee, if that helps it stick.

What does whitey mean?

noun

  1. A white person, a person of European descent.
  2. A state or bout of sickness, especially induced by cannabis use.

adjective

  1. Close to white in colour.

Synonyms

crackerhonkypeckerpeckerwoodwhitebreadwonderbreadwhitish

Words that rhyme with whitey

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

freedevoteeseekeyalmightygleescreereparteeapogeesensualitysyncopeesprit

Related words

honkydarlinghoneyblanchettewhitywhitiewhiteskin

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "whitey"?▾

"Whitey" has 2 syllables: whit · ey.

What is the IPA transcription of "whitey"?▾

The IPA transcription of "whitey" is /ˈwaɪti/.

What does "whitey" mean?▾

Whitey: A white person, a person of European descent.

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