How to Pronounce "cocky"
word
/ˈkɑki/
KAH-kee
/kˈɒki/
KO-kee
Definition
Someone who is cocky acts extremely confident in an annoying or arrogant way, often thinking they are better than others.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkɑki/
British English
/kˈɒki/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAH-kee
UK
KO-kee
Listen in Context
He is so cocky, always talking about how great he is.
Don’t be cocky before the exam—you still need to study.
People don’t like it when you act cocky.
He came off a bit cocky during the interview, but he’s actually nice.