How to Pronounce Quietly

To pronounce "quietly", say QUIETLY — one syllable, IPA /ˈkwaɪ.ɪt.li/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

7

Letters

/ˈkwaɪ.ɪt.li/

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💡 Tip for remembering “quietly”

"quietly" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat.

What does quietly mean?

adverb

  1. In a quiet manner.

Antonyms

loudly

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "quietly"?▾

"Quietly" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "quietly"?▾

The IPA transcription of "quietly" is /ˈkwaɪ.ɪt.li/.

What does "quietly" mean?▾

Quietly: In a quiet manner.

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