How to Pronounce "fleshy"
word
ˈfɫɛʃi
FLEH-shee
flˈɛʃi
FLEH-shee
Definition
Describes something that has a lot of soft, thick, or fat tissue, such as a body part or a juicy fruit. It can refer to people with more body fat or things like thick plant leaves.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɫɛʃi
British English
flˈɛʃi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FLEH-shee
UK
FLEH-shee
Listen in Context
This fruit has a fleshy inside.
The cactus has fleshy leaves that store water.
He has fleshy cheeks.
Some mushrooms are really fleshy and great for cooking.