To pronounce "presently", say PRES-ently — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpɹɛzəntli/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈpɹɛzəntli/
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"presently" has 2 syllables: pres-ently. It rhymes with pleasantly and unpleasantly, if that helps it stick.
adverb
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Presently" has 2 syllables: pres · ently.
The IPA transcription of "presently" is /ˈpɹɛzəntli/.
Presently: Immediately, at once; quickly.
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