How to Pronounce "carnie"
word
ˈkɑɹni
KAR-nee
kˈɑːni
KAH-nee
Definition
A carnie is a person who works at a carnival, amusement fair, or traveling show, especially operating rides or booths. The word is informal and sometimes used in a stereotypical way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɑɹni
British English
kˈɑːni
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAR-nee
UK
KAH-nee
Listen in Context
The carnie set up the Ferris wheel at the fair.
Have you ever talked to a carnie before?
The carnie sold tickets at the game booth.
My uncle traveled across the country as a carnie when he was young.