How to Pronounce "real mccoy"
expression
ˈɹiɫ/ /məˈkɔɪ
REEL muh-KOY
ɹiːl/ /məˈkɔɪ
REEL muh-KOY
Definition
The 'real McCoy' is an informal phrase meaning something is the genuine, original, or authentic thing—not a copy or imitation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹiɫ/ /məˈkɔɪ
British English
ɹiːl/ /məˈkɔɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
REEL muh-KOY
UK
REEL muh-KOY
Listen in Context
Is this handbag the real McCoy or a fake?
He finally bought the real McCoy after years of searching.
That document is the real McCoy; you can trust it.
Wow, that’s the real McCoy — not just another knockoff!