How to Pronounce Smoothly

To pronounce "smoothly", say SMOOTHLY — one syllable, IPA /ˈsmuːðli/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/ˈsmuːðli/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “smoothly”

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

What does smoothly mean?

adverb

  1. In a smooth manner

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "smoothly"?▾

"Smoothly" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "smoothly"?▾

The IPA transcription of "smoothly" is /ˈsmuːðli/.

What does "smoothly" mean?▾

Smoothly: In a smooth manner

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