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The correct spelling is canny.

How to pronounce canny

adjective

IPA: /ˈkæni/

Say it like: Can-nee

The correct spelling is canny. Careful, prudent, cautious. For example: "The politician gave a canny response to the reporter's questions."

Usage Examples

The politician gave a canny response to the reporter's questions.

The canny lawyer knew just how to get what he wanted.

canny investments

Meanings

adjective

  1. 1.Careful, prudent, cautious.
  2. 2.Knowing, shrewd, astute.
  3. 3.Frugal, thrifty.
  4. 4.Pleasant, fair, favorable or agreeable to deal with.
  5. 5.Gentle, quiet, steady.

adverb

  1. 1.Very, considerably; quite, rather.
  2. 2.Gently, quietly; carefully, skilfully.

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