How to Pronounce Extremely

To pronounce "extremely", say extr-EM-ely — 3 syllables, IPA /ɛkˈstɹimɫi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ɛkˈstɹimɫi/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/ɛkstɹˈiːmli/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “extremely

Break "extremely" into 3 beats and lean on "EM" — that's the stressed one.

What does extremely mean?

adverb

  1. To an extreme degree.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "extremely"?

To pronounce "extremely", say extr-EM-ely — 3 syllables, IPA /ɛkˈstɹimɫi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

How many syllables are in "extremely"?

"Extremely" has 3 syllables: extr · em · ely.

What is the IPA transcription of "extremely"?

The IPA transcription of "extremely" is /ɛkˈstɹimɫi/.

What does "extremely" mean?

Extremely: To an extreme degree.

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