How to Pronounce “quay”
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- American (US)
- /kiː/
- British (UK)
- /kiː/
What “quay” means
noun — A solid landing stage built along the water where ships load and unload.
Example: The fishing boats were tied up along the quay.
Synonyms: wharf, dock
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "quay" mean?
quay (noun): A solid landing stage built along the water where ships load and unload. For example — The fishing boats were tied up along the quay.
How do you pronounce "quay" in American vs British English?
Both accents use the same sequence of phonemes for "quay", /kiː/, so the difference you hear is in how the vowels are coloured rather than in which sounds are used. Play both on this page to compare.
What is the IPA transcription of "quay"?
/kiː/ in American English, /kiː/ in British English.
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