How to Pronounce "y"
word
/ˈwaɪ/
wy
/wˈaɪ/
wy
Definition
'Y' is the 25th letter of the English alphabet. It can also refer to something shaped like the letter Y, or as an abbreviation in informal writing (such as 'why').
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈwaɪ/
British English
/wˈaɪ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
wy
UK
wy
Listen in Context
The word "yellow" starts with the letter Y.
Can you write a capital Y on the board?
We learned the sound of Y in class today.
That tree looks like a giant Y.