How to Pronounce Apparently

To pronounce "apparently", say APP-ar-ently — 3 syllables, IPA /əˈpaɹəntli/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/əˈpaɹəntli/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “apparently”

"apparently" has 3 syllables: app-ar-ently. It rhymes with inherently and transparently, if that helps it stick.

What does apparently mean?

adverb

Plainly; clearly; manifestly; evidently.
Seemingly; in appearance only.
“A man may be apparently friendly, yet malicious in heart.”

Synonyms

allegedly reportedly clearly evidently obviously plainly visibly ostensibly

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Words that rhyme with apparently

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inherently transparently farantly

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "apparently"?▾

"Apparently" has 3 syllables: app · ar · ently.

What is the IPA transcription of "apparently"?▾

The IPA transcription of "apparently" is /əˈpaɹəntli/.

What does "apparently" mean?▾

Apparently: Plainly; clearly; manifestly; evidently.

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