To pronounce "lightly", say LIGHTLY — one syllable, IPA /ˈlaɪtli/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈlaɪtli/
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"lightly" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with sprightly and unsightly, if that helps it stick.
adverb
“As a teacher, I don't take rudeness in class lightly.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Lightly" has one syllable.
The IPA transcription of "lightly" is /ˈlaɪtli/.
Lightly: In a light manner.
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