How to Pronounce Abysmally

To pronounce "abysmally", say ABYSM-ally — 2 syllables, IPA /əˈbɪz.ml̩.i/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

/əˈbɪz.ml̩.i/

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💡 Tip for remembering “abysmally”

"abysmally" has 2 syllables: abysm-ally. It rhymes with dismally, if that helps it stick.

What does abysmally mean?

adverb

  1. Very; incredibly; profoundly; to an extreme degree; dreadfully.

Words that rhyme with abysmally

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dismally

Related words

terriblyawfullyatrociouslyabominablyrottenlyextremelyextraordinarilyremarkably

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "abysmally"?▾

"Abysmally" has 2 syllables: abysm · ally.

What is the IPA transcription of "abysmally"?▾

The IPA transcription of "abysmally" is /əˈbɪz.ml̩.i/.

What does "abysmally" mean?▾

Abysmally: Very; incredibly; profoundly; to an extreme degree; dreadfully.

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