How do you pronounce "pinky"?

In American English: /ˈpɪŋki/ (PINGK-ee). In British English: /pˈɪŋki/ (P-ingk). In Canadian English: /ˈpɪŋki/ (PINGK-ee). In Australian English: /pˈɪŋki/ (P-ingk).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈpɪŋki/ (PINGK-ee), while in British English it's /pˈɪŋki/ (P-ingk).

How to Pronounce "pinky"

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pinky

/ˈpɪŋki/

PINGK-ee

Syllable Breakdown

pɪŋkpi·inky

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