How to Pronounce Yanqui

To pronounce "yanqui", say YANQ-ui — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈjaŋkɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈjaŋkɪ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “yanqui”

"yanqui" has 2 syllables: yanq-ui.

What does yanqui mean?

noun

  1. (sometimes derogatory) A citizen of the United States of America, as opposed to a Latin American.

Related words

americanousaianamericanamericanianus'ermexicanus-ian

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "yanqui"?▾

"Yanqui" has 2 syllables: yanq · ui.

What is the IPA transcription of "yanqui"?▾

The IPA transcription of "yanqui" is /ˈjaŋkɪ/.

What does "yanqui" mean?▾

Yanqui: (sometimes derogatory) A citizen of the United States of America, as opposed to a Latin American.

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