To pronounce "rapidly", say RAP-idly — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɹæpɪdli/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈɹæpɪdli/
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"rapidly" has 2 syllables: rap-idly.
adverb
“She packed her case rapidly and hurried out.”
"Rapidly" has 2 syllables: rap · idly.
The IPA transcription of "rapidly" is /ˈɹæpɪdli/.
Rapidly: With speed; in a rapid manner.
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