How to Pronounce Cleverly

To pronounce "cleverly", say CLEV-erly — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈklɛvəli/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈklɛvəli/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “cleverly”

"cleverly" has 2 syllables: clev-erly. It rhymes with cheverly and beverley, if that helps it stick.

What does cleverly mean?

adverb

  1. Wittily; in a tricky manner.

    “He joked cleverly with each guest.”

  2. Intelligently directed to a purpose.

    “Cleverly, he found ways of ingratiating himself with all the important guests.”

Words that rhyme with cleverly

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

cheverlybeverleybeverlyeverleyeverlyheverly

Related words

smartlyshrewdlyastutelydeftlyneatlyintelligentlyskillfullyskilfully

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cleverly"?▾

"Cleverly" has 2 syllables: clev · erly.

What is the IPA transcription of "cleverly"?▾

The IPA transcription of "cleverly" is /ˈklɛvəli/.

What does "cleverly" mean?▾

Cleverly: Wittily; in a tricky manner.

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