How to Pronounce Seemingly

To pronounce "seemingly", say SEEM-ingly — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsiːmɪŋli/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈsiːmɪŋli/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “seemingly”

"seemingly" has 2 syllables: seem-ingly. It rhymes with schemingly and gleamingly, if that helps it stick.

What does seemingly mean?

adverb

  1. As it appears; apparently.
  2. In a seemly manner; decorously; with propriety.

Synonyms

at first blushostensiblyprima faciebecominglyproprietously

Words that rhyme with seemingly

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

scheminglygleaminglybeaminglydreaminglyscreamingly

Related words

ostensiblyapparentlyappearanceevidentlypresumablypurportedlyreportedlyclearly

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "seemingly"?▾

"Seemingly" has 2 syllables: seem · ingly.

What is the IPA transcription of "seemingly"?▾

The IPA transcription of "seemingly" is /ˈsiːmɪŋli/.

What does "seemingly" mean?▾

Seemingly: As it appears; apparently.

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