How to Pronounce Efficiently

To pronounce "efficiently", say EFF-ic-iently — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

EFF-ic-iently

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💡 Tip for remembering “efficiently”

"efficiently" has 3 syllables: eff-ic-iently. It rhymes with sufficiently and insufficiently, if that helps it stick.

What does efficiently mean?

adverb

  1. In an efficient manner.

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Words that rhyme with efficiently

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sufficientlyinsufficientlyinefficiently

Related words

expeditiouslyeffectivelyefficaciouscompetentlyablyeffectiveappropriatelyeffectiveness

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "efficiently"?▾

"Efficiently" has 3 syllables: eff · ic · iently.

What does "efficiently" mean?▾

Efficiently: In an efficient manner.

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