How to Pronounce Riley

To pronounce "riley", say RIL-ey — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɹaɪli/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈɹaɪli/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “riley”

"riley" has 2 syllables: ril-ey. It rhymes with wily and wryly, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: wryly, reilly, ryley — easy to mix up when writing.

What does riley mean?

adjective

  1. Angry, upset.

Words that rhyme with riley

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

wilywrylyslylydrylydrilyvilelysmileyshilyshylyhighlykileynighly

Related words

reillyrichardwongsmithbowserguestsannoyedirked

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "riley"?▾

"Riley" has 2 syllables: ril · ey.

What is the IPA transcription of "riley"?▾

The IPA transcription of "riley" is /ˈɹaɪli/.

What does "riley" mean?▾

Riley: Angry, upset.

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