How do you pronounce "rainy"?

In American English: /ˈreɪni/ (RAYN-ee). In British English: /ɹˈeɪni/ (R-ayn). In Canadian English: /ˈreɪni/ (RAYN-ee). In Australian English: /ɹˈeɪni/ (R-ayn).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈreɪni/ (RAYN-ee), while in British English it's /ɹˈeɪni/ (R-ayn).

How to Pronounce "rainy"

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rainy

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/ˈreɪni/

RAYN-ee

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reɪnra·iiny

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