English pronunciation · Words Starting with D
Danny Pronunciation
Danny is pronounced DA-nee, IPA /ˈdæni/.
DA-nee
US /ˈdæni/
Syllables: DA · nee (2 syllables, stress on syllable 1)
proper noun: A short form of Daniel, now used as a given name in its own right.
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Danny in a Sentence
- Danny called twice this morning.
- The part was written for Danny.
- Danny plays left back.
Common Mispronunciations of Danny
Not DAY-nee
Short and flat at the front, matching Dan, with none of the ay of day in it.
Not da-NEE
Lead on DA, the way Danny, Denny and Donny all do.
Tip: Dannie and Danni are spellings of the same name, and the song Danny Boy keeps the same two beats.
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