To pronounce "covertly", say COV-ertly — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
covertly
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COV-ertly
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"covertly" has 2 syllables: cov-ertly. It rhymes with curtly and overtly, if that helps it stick.
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"Covertly" has 2 syllables: cov · ertly.
Covertly: In a covert manner, secretly.
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