To pronounce "highly", say HIGHLY — one syllable, IPA /ˈhaɪli/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈhaɪli/
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"highly" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with wily and wryly, if that helps it stick.
Sounds exactly like: haile, highley — easy to mix up when writing.
adverb
“He spoke highly of you.”
“He is in a highly visible job.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Highly" has one syllable.
The IPA transcription of "highly" is /ˈhaɪli/.
Highly: In a high or esteemed manner.
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