How to Pronounce Definitely

To pronounce "definitely", say DEF-in-it-ely — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈdɛfənətɫi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈdɛfənətɫi/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/dˈɛfɪnətli/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “definitely”

Break "definitely" into 4 beats and lean on "DEF" — that's the stressed one. It rhymes with indefinitely, if that helps it stick.

What does definitely mean?

adverb

  1. Without question and beyond doubt.

    “Joe definitely doesn't know how to drive a tractor.”

  2. In a definite manner; decisively.

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Words that rhyme with definitely

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

indefinitely

Related words

decidedlyunquestionablyemphaticallyundoubtedlysurelyindubitablyunambiguouslyunequivocally

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "definitely"?▾

"Definitely" has 4 syllables: def · in · it · ely.

What is the IPA transcription of "definitely"?▾

The IPA transcription of "definitely" is /ˈdɛfənətɫi/.

What does "definitely" mean?▾

Definitely: Without question and beyond doubt.

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