How to Pronounce Differently

To pronounce "differently", say DIFF-er-ently — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈdifəɹəntli/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˈdifəɹəntli/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “differently”

"differently" has 3 syllables: diff-er-ently. It rhymes with consequently and gently, if that helps it stick.

What does differently mean?

adverb

  1. (manner) In a different way.

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Words that rhyme with differently

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

consequentlygentlyincidentallyintentlybentleybently

Related words

otherwisedifferentiallyalternativelyseparatelyelsedistinctlyvariablyunlike

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "differently"?▾

"Differently" has 3 syllables: diff · er · ently.

What is the IPA transcription of "differently"?▾

The IPA transcription of "differently" is /ˈdifəɹəntli/.

What does "differently" mean?▾

Differently: (manner) In a different way.

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