How do you pronounce "cocky"?

In American English: /ˈkɑːki/ (KAHK-ee). In British English: /kˈɒki/ (K-ok). In Canadian English: /ˈkɑːki/ (KAHK-ee). In Australian English: /kˈɒki/ (K-ok).

Is "cocky" pronounced differently in American and British English?

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈkɑːki/ (KAHK-ee), while in British English it's /kˈɒki/ (K-ok).

How to Pronounce "cocky"

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cocky

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/ˈkɑːki/

KAHK-ee

Syllable Breakdown

kɑːkco·icky

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