How to Pronounce "blackies"
word
ˈbɫæki
BLAK-ee
ˈblækiːz
BLAK-eez
Definition
'Blackies' can refer to more than one person or pet called 'Blackie', often as a nickname. However, it can also be an offensive, outdated racial slur, so use with extreme caution.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɫæki
British English
ˈblækiːz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BLAK-ee
UK
BLAK-eez
Listen in Context
We named our two new kittens the Blackies because of their fur.
The Smiths have three dogs named the Blackies.
My children love playing with the Blackies at the park.
People used to call their pets the Blackies, but today that name isn’t considered appropriate in many cultures.