How to Pronounce "puny"
word
/ˈpjuni/
PYOO-nee
/pjˈuːni/
pyOO-nee
Definition
Very small, weak, or not impressive in size, strength, or importance.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpjuni/
British English
/pjˈuːni/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PYOO-nee
UK
pyOO-nee
Listen in Context
He looks so puny next to his older brother.
The kitten was too puny to climb the stairs.
That was a puny meal; I'm still hungry.
My phone's battery is pretty puny compared to yours.