What is poughkeepsie pronunciation?

Poughkeepsie is pronounced as "puh-KIP-see" with the emphasis on the second syllable. The first syllable is pronounced with a short "u" sound, similar to the word "uh." The "k" is pronounced as a hard "k" and the "s" is pronounced as a soft "s" sound. The pronunciation may vary slightly depending on the region and accent of the speaker.