How to Pronounce Knowingly

To pronounce "knowingly", say KNOW-ingly — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

KNOW-ingly

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💡 Tip for remembering “knowingly”

"knowingly" has 2 syllables: know-ingly. It rhymes with unknowingly and growingly, if that helps it stick.

What does knowingly mean?

adverb

  1. In the manner of one who knows.

    “She smiled knowingly, but kept the secret.”

  2. With knowledge of all relevant facts.

Words that rhyme with knowingly

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

unknowinglygrowinglyglowinglyflowingly

Related words

wittinglyconsciouslycognizantinformedadvisedlyconsciousintentionallydeliberately

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "knowingly"?▾

"Knowingly" has 2 syllables: know · ingly.

What does "knowingly" mean?▾

Knowingly: In the manner of one who knows.

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