To pronounce "civilly", say CIV-illy — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"civilly" has 2 syllables: civ-illy. It rhymes with diveley and shiveley, if that helps it stick.
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"Civilly" has 2 syllables: civ · illy.
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