How to Pronounce "blackie"
word
/ˈbɫæki/
BLA-kee
/ˈblæki/
BLA-kee
Definition
"Blackie" is sometimes used as a nickname for black animals, especially pets, but can also be an offensive racial slur. Use with extreme caution.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈbɫæki/
British English
/ˈblæki/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BLA-kee
UK
BLA-kee
Listen in Context
My cat's name is Blackie because she has black fur.
The dog Blackie is very friendly with kids.
We saw a horse named Blackie at the farm.
People don't really call their pets Blackie anymore because the name is controversial.