How to Pronounce Narrowly

To pronounce "narrowly", say NARR-owly — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈnæɹəʊli/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈnæɹəʊli/

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💡 Tip for remembering “narrowly”

"narrowly" has 2 syllables: narr-owly.

What does narrowly mean?

adverb

  1. In a narrow manner; without flexibility or latitude.

    “They regarded the new idea rather narrowly.”

  2. By a narrow margin; closely.

    “They narrowly escaped collision.”

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Related words

restrictivelyclosetightlystrictlyslightlystringentlyintricatelyfinely

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "narrowly"?▾

"Narrowly" has 2 syllables: narr · owly.

What is the IPA transcription of "narrowly"?▾

The IPA transcription of "narrowly" is /ˈnæɹəʊli/.

What does "narrowly" mean?▾

Narrowly: In a narrow manner; without flexibility or latitude.

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