How to Pronounce "townie"
word
ˈtaʊni
TOWN-ee
tˈaʊni
TOWN-ee
Definition
A 'townie' is a person who lives in a town, especially someone who is not a student where there is a university or college. Sometimes used informally to mean a local resident rather than a visitor.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtaʊni
British English
tˈaʊni
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TOWN-ee
UK
TOWN-ee
Listen in Context
He has lived here all his life; he's a real townie.
The students and townies sometimes attend the same events.
As a townie, she knows everyone in the neighborhood.
There can be tension between townies and college students, especially during festivals.