How to Pronounce Fearfully

To pronounce "fearfully", say FEARF-ully — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈfɪəfəli/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈfɪəfəli/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “fearfully”

"fearfully" has 2 syllables: fearf-ully.

What does fearfully mean?

adverb

  1. In a fearful manner; characterized by fear.

    “I stepped fearfully into the pitch-dark cave.”

  2. Very; very much.

    “He's a fearfully good striker.”

Related words

fearinglyscaredlyafraidlyfrightenedlyterrifiedlyfrightfullyfrighteninglyunfearfully

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fearfully"?▾

"Fearfully" has 2 syllables: fearf · ully.

What is the IPA transcription of "fearfully"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fearfully" is /ˈfɪəfəli/.

What does "fearfully" mean?▾

Fearfully: In a fearful manner; characterized by fear.

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