How do you pronounce "swanky"?

In American English: /ˈswɑːŋki/ (SWAHNGK-ee). In British English: /swˈaŋki/ (SW). In Canadian English: /ˈswɑːŋki/ (SWAHNGK-ee). In Australian English: /swˈaŋki/ (SW).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈswɑːŋki/ (SWAHNGK-ee), while in British English it's /swˈaŋki/ (SW).

How to Pronounce "swanky"

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swanky

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/ˈswɑːŋki/

SWAHNGK-ee

Syllable Breakdown

swɑːŋkswa·inky

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