How to Pronounce Sparingly

To pronounce "sparingly", say SPAR-ingly — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

SPAR-ingly

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💡 Tip for remembering “sparingly”

"sparingly" has 2 syllables: spar-ingly. It rhymes with glaringly and daringly, if that helps it stick.

What does sparingly mean?

adverb

  1. In a sparing manner; with frugality, moderation, scantiness, reserve, forbearance, or the like; sparsely.

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Words that rhyme with sparingly

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glaringlydaringlystaringlyflaringly

Related words

meagerlymeagrelyslenderlyfrugallyeconomicallythinlymodestlyscarcely

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sparingly"?▾

"Sparingly" has 2 syllables: spar · ingly.

What does "sparingly" mean?▾

Sparingly: In a sparing manner; with frugality, moderation, scantiness, reserve, forbearance, or the like; sparsely.

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