How to Pronounce "whammy"
word
ˈhwæmi/, /ˈwæmi
HWAM-ee or WAM-ee
wˈæmi
WAM-ee
Definition
A 'whammy' is an informal word for a strong or sudden negative effect, like a stroke of bad luck or a big problem happening unexpectedly.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhwæmi/, /ˈwæmi
British English
wˈæmi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HWAM-ee or WAM-ee
UK
WAM-ee
Listen in Context
Losing my wallet was a real whammy.
The rain was a whammy on our picnic plans.
Getting sick right before the exam was another whammy.
Losing your job and your car breaking down on the same day? Talk about a double whammy!