How to Pronounce "whimsy"
word
ˈhwɪmsi/, /ˈwɪmsi
WHIM-zee or WIM-zee
wˈɪmzi
WIM-zee
Definition
Whimsy is the quality of being playful, imaginative, or unusual in a fun and charming way. It often refers to things or actions that are creative, lighthearted, or fanciful.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhwɪmsi/, /ˈwɪmsi
British English
wˈɪmzi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WHIM-zee or WIM-zee
UK
WIM-zee
Listen in Context
The artist's paintings are full of whimsy.
There was a sense of whimsy in her birthday party decorations.
Children's books often include a touch of whimsy.
Her garden was designed with pure whimsy—think pink flamingos and rainbow gnomes.