How to Pronounce Manly

To pronounce "manly", say MANLY — one syllable, IPA /ˈmænli/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˈmænli/

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💡 Tip for remembering “manly”

"manly" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with chanley and cranley, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: manley — easy to mix up when writing.

What does manly mean?

adjective

  1. Having the characteristics of a man.
  2. Having qualities befitting a man; courageous, resolute, noble.

Antonyms

womanly

Words that rhyme with manly

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

chanleycranleydanleydanlyganley

Related words

manlikevirilemanfulmasculinemanfullymaleman-sizedhardy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "manly"?▾

"Manly" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "manly"?▾

The IPA transcription of "manly" is /ˈmænli/.

What does "manly" mean?▾

Manly: Having the characteristics of a man.

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