How to Pronounce "cockney"

word

ˈkɑkni

KAHK-nee

kˈɒkni

KOK-nee

Definition

A 'cockney' is a person from the East End of London, or the special accent and dialect spoken there. It can refer to both the people and their unique way of speaking.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈkɑkni

British English

kˈɒkni

Simplified Pronunciation

KAHK-nee

KOK-nee

Listen in Context

My grandfather is a proud cockney.

She speaks with a strong cockney accent.

A true cockney is born within earshot of Bow Bells.

I love listening to old cockney songs from London.