How to Pronounce "abbey"
word
/ˈæbi/
A-bee
/ˈæbi/
A-bee
Definition
A large building or group of buildings where monks or nuns live and work, often used for religious purposes.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈæbi/
British English
/ˈæbi/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
A-bee
UK
A-bee
Listen in Context
The monks live in the abbey.
We visited an old abbey during our trip.
The abbey is surrounded by beautiful gardens.
You should see the sunrise from the abbey—it's breathtaking.