How to Pronounce Nearby

To pronounce "nearby", say NEARBY — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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NEARBY

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💡 Tip for remembering “nearby”

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

What does nearby mean?

adjective

  1. Adjacent, near, close by

    “He stopped at a nearby store for some groceries.”

adverb

  1. Next to, close to

    “I'm glad my friends live nearby where I can visit them.”

Synonyms

close

Words that rhyme with nearby

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

wryexemplifyrectifyhighlieapplyfortifyawrymollifyamplifynullifycry

Related words

nearclosenighproximatealmostnearlycloselyvicinity

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nearby"?▾

"Nearby" has one syllable.

What does "nearby" mean?▾

Nearby: Adjacent, near, close by

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