How do you pronounce "matey"?

In American English: /ˈmeɪti/ (MAYT-ee). In British English: /mˈeɪti/ (M-ayt). In Canadian English: /ˈmeɪti/ (MAYT-ee). In Australian English: /mˈeɪti/ (M-ayt).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈmeɪti/ (MAYT-ee), while in British English it's /mˈeɪti/ (M-ayt).

How to Pronounce "matey"

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matey

/ˈmeɪti/

MAYT-ee

Syllable Breakdown

meɪtma·itey

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