To pronounce "allegedly", say ALL-eg-edly — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"allegedly" has 3 syllables: all-eg-edly.
adverb
“The suspect was allegedly involved in the robbery, but his alibi placed him in another state at the time.”
“The game is allegedly exciting.”
"Allegedly" has 3 syllables: all · eg · edly.
Allegedly: According to someone's allegation.
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