How to Pronounce Probably

To pronounce "probably", say PROB-ably — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpɹɑbəˌbɫi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈpɹɑbəˌbɫi/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/pɹˈɒbəbli/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “probably”

"probably" has 2 syllables: prob-ably. It rhymes with nobly and knobbly, if that helps it stick.

What does probably mean?

adverb

In all likelihood.

Synonyms

as like as not as likely as not doubtless in all probability likely maybe most likely perchance

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Words that rhyme with probably

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

nobly knobbly improbably wabbly robley

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "probably"?▾

"Probably" has 2 syllables: prob · ably.

What is the IPA transcription of "probably"?▾

The IPA transcription of "probably" is /ˈpɹɑbəˌbɫi/.

What does "probably" mean?▾

Probably: In all likelihood.

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