How to Pronounce Eagerly

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈiːɡəli/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “eagerly”

"eagerly" has 2 syllables: eag-erly. It rhymes with meagerly, if that helps it stick.

What does eagerly mean?

adverb

  1. In an eager manner.

Synonyms

heartilywith a will

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Words that rhyme with eagerly

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meagerly

Related words

thirstilyenthusiasticallyferventlyardentlypassionatelyvigorouslykeenlyvehemently

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "eagerly"?▾

"Eagerly" has 2 syllables: eag · erly.

What is the IPA transcription of "eagerly"?▾

The IPA transcription of "eagerly" is /ˈiːɡəli/.

What does "eagerly" mean?▾

Eagerly: In an eager manner.

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