How to Pronounce "preppie"
word
ˈpɹɛpi
PREP-ee
ˈprɛpi
PREP-ee
Definition
A preppie is a young person, usually from a wealthy family, who goes to (or looks like they go to) a private, expensive school. The term can also describe someone with a particular style: neat, classic, and often associated with American upper class culture.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɹɛpi
British English
ˈprɛpi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PREP-ee
UK
PREP-ee
Listen in Context
He dresses like a preppie with polo shirts and khakis.
Many preppies attend expensive private schools.
Her style is very preppie: clean, classic, and sharp.
You can always spot a preppie at a university party by their sweater over the shoulders.