How to Pronounce Adequately

To pronounce "adequately", say AD-eq-uat-ely — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

10

Letters

AD-eq-uat-ely

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💡 Tip for remembering “adequately”

"adequately" has 4 syllables: ad-eq-uat-ely. It rhymes with inadequately, if that helps it stick.

What does adequately mean?

adverb

  1. In an adequate manner.
  2. Sufficient to satisfy a requirement or meet a need; sufficiently; satisfactorily.

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Words that rhyme with adequately

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Related words

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How many syllables are in "adequately"?▾

"Adequately" has 4 syllables: ad · eq · uat · ely.

What does "adequately" mean?▾

Adequately: In an adequate manner.

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