noun

tranny

TRA-nee

Tranny (noun) means a vehicle's transmission (informal shortening). Example: “The mechanic said the tranny needed replacing.”

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noun

A vehicle's transmission (informal shortening).

"The mechanic said the tranny needed replacing."

A transistor radio (dated informal usage).

"He listened to the match on an old tranny."

How to use tranny

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishInformal slang, most commonly short for "transmission" in car mechanics.

When to use it

When used to refer to a transgender person, this word is widely considered a slur and is best avoided; use "trans person" or "transgender person" instead.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

trannies plural

Etymology

A shortened, informal form of words beginning with "trans-" (transmission, transistor, transgender), plus the diminutive suffix -y.

Rhymes for tranny

Fanny Danny canny nanny manny Lanny granny cranny Franny uncanny tyranny

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Frequently asked questions

What does “tranny” mean?

The word “tranny” means a vehicle's transmission (informal shortening). In plain terms, informal slang, most commonly short for "transmission" in car mechanics.

How do you pronounce “tranny”?

“Tranny” is pronounced TRA-nee (/ˈtɹæni/ in IPA).

How do you use “tranny” in a sentence?

Here is “tranny” used in a sentence: “The mechanic said the tranny needed replacing.”

What part of speech is “tranny”?

“Tranny” is a noun.

How many meanings does “tranny” have?

“Tranny” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a vehicle's transmission (informal shortening).