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/ˈfɔːməli/
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"formally" has 2 syllables: form-ally. It rhymes with normally and informally, if that helps it stick.
adverb
“He was dressed too formally for the occasion.”
“He formally filed a complaint, which involved much paperwork.”
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"Formally" has 2 syllables: form · ally.
The IPA transcription of "formally" is /ˈfɔːməli/.
Formally: In a formal manner.
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