How to Pronounce Mentally

To pronounce "mentally", say MENT-ally — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈmɛntəli/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈmɛntəli/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “mentally”

"mentally" has 2 syllables: ment-ally. It rhymes with incrementally and incidentally, if that helps it stick.

What does mentally mean?

adverb

  1. In a mental manner; an idea thought out in one's mind, as opposed to an idea spoken orally.

Words that rhyme with mentally

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

incrementallyincidentallyfundamentallycoincidentallyaccidentallymonumentallytemperamentallydentallygentillyexperimentallyenvironmentallydevelopmentally

Related words

intelligenceintellectualintellectuallymorallyspirituallyemotionalemotionallypsychologically

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mentally"?▾

"Mentally" has 2 syllables: ment · ally.

What is the IPA transcription of "mentally"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mentally" is /ˈmɛntəli/.

What does "mentally" mean?▾

Mentally: In a mental manner; an idea thought out in one's mind, as opposed to an idea spoken orally.

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