How to Pronounce "nonny"
word
ˈnɑni
NAH-nee
ˈnɒni
NON-ee
Definition
A nonsense word or refrain often used in old English songs or poetry, with no real meaning. It is mainly included for rhythm or sound.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈnɑni
British English
ˈnɒni
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NAH-nee
UK
NON-ee
Listen in Context
The old song repeated 'nonny nonny' in the chorus.
He sang 'hey nonny nonny' as part of a folk tune.
The children laughed at the funny 'nonny' sounds in the poem.
'Hey nonny!' was shouted by the actors in the old play to get the audience's attention.