How to Pronounce Duly

To pronounce "duly", say DULY — one syllable, IPA /ˈdjʉːli/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ˈdjʉːli/

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💡 Tip for remembering “duly”

"duly" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with unruly and unduly, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: dooley — easy to mix up when writing.

What does duly mean?

adverb

  1. In a due, fit, or becoming manner; as it ought to be; properly.

    “The citizen's concern was duly noted in the meeting minutes.”

  2. Regularly; at the proper time.

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Words that rhyme with duly

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

unrulyundulytrulycoollynewlyboolystooliemuleyschooliecruellylazulicooly

Related words

punctuallyproperlyappropriatelysuitablycorrectlyaptlyrightlyvalidly

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "duly"?▾

"Duly" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "duly"?▾

The IPA transcription of "duly" is /ˈdjʉːli/.

What does "duly" mean?▾

Duly: In a due, fit, or becoming manner; as it ought to be; properly.

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