How to Pronounce Gainly

To pronounce "gainly", say GAINLY — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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GAINLY

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💡 Tip for remembering “gainly”

"gainly" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with ungainly and plainly, if that helps it stick.

What does gainly mean?

adjective

  1. Proper; suitable; becoming.
  2. Ready to help; kindly; gracious.

adverb

  1. Suitably; fitly; conveniently; readily.
  2. Thoroughly; completely; (with adjectives) very.

Antonyms

ungainly

Words that rhyme with gainly

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

ungainlyplainlymainlyvainlysanelyhumanelyainleyhainleyrainley

Related words

gracefuladaptlygainaccommodatelyaptlymeetlypatlyconformably

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gainly"?▾

"Gainly" has one syllable.

What does "gainly" mean?▾

Gainly: Proper; suitable; becoming.

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