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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.Careful, prudent, cautious.
- 2.Knowing, shrewd, astute.
- 3.Frugal, thrifty.
- 4.Pleasant, fair, favorable or agreeable to deal with.
- 5.Gentle, quiet, steady.
adverb
- 1.Very, considerably; quite, rather.
- 2.Gently, quietly; carefully, skilfully.
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