How to Pronounce Easterly

To pronounce "easterly", say EAST-erly — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈis.tɚˌli/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈis.tɚˌli/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “easterly”

"easterly" has 2 syllables: east-erly. It rhymes with northeasterly, if that helps it stick.

What does easterly mean?

noun

  1. Any persistent wind from the east (usually applied to broad currents or belts of easterly winds).

adjective

  1. Facing the east; directed towards the east.

    “an easterly course or voyage”

  2. Located towards the east.

    “the easterly side of a lake”

adverb

  1. In an eastward direction or position; towards the east.
  2. From the east.

Synonyms

eastly

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Words that rhyme with easterly

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northeasterly

Related words

easteasterneastereastwardregionorientaltimororientale

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "easterly"?▾

"Easterly" has 2 syllables: east · erly.

What is the IPA transcription of "easterly"?▾

The IPA transcription of "easterly" is /ˈis.tɚˌli/.

What does "easterly" mean?▾

Easterly: Any persistent wind from the east (usually applied to broad currents or belts of easterly winds).

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