To pronounce "harshly", say HARSHLY — one syllable, IPA /ˈhɑːʃli/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈhɑːʃli/
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"harshly" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with partially and parshley, if that helps it stick.
adverb
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"Harshly" has one syllable.
The IPA transcription of "harshly" is /ˈhɑːʃli/.
Harshly: In a harsh manner; severely.
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