To pronounce "loosely", say LOOS-ely — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈluːsli/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈluːsli/
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"loosely" has 2 syllables: loos-ely. It rhymes with profusely and sprucely, if that helps it stick.
adverb
“Insert all the bolts loosely, then tighten them.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Loosely" has 2 syllables: loos · ely.
The IPA transcription of "loosely" is /ˈluːsli/.
Loosely: In a loose manner.
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