How to Pronounce "catty"
word
ˈkæti
KAT-ee
kˈæti
KAT-ee
Definition
Describes a remark or behavior that is cruel, sly, or meant to hurt others emotionally, often in a subtle or clever way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkæti
British English
kˈæti
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAT-ee
UK
KAT-ee
Listen in Context
She made a catty comment about her coworker's new dress.
People can be catty online behind a screen.
Don't be catty; let's all be nice to each other.
Why do you always get so catty when we're with her?