How do you pronounce "heady"?

In American English: /ˈhɛdi/ (HEHD-ee). In British English: /hˈɛdi/ (H-ehd). In Canadian English: /ˈhɛdi/ (HEHD-ee). In Australian English: /hˈɛdi/ (H-ehd).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈhɛdi/ (HEHD-ee), while in British English it's /hˈɛdi/ (H-ehd).

How to Pronounce "heady"

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heady

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/ˈhɛdi/

HEHD-ee

Syllable Breakdown

hɛdhe·iady

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