To pronounce "tearfully", say TEARF-ully — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"tearfully" has 2 syllables: tearf-ully. It rhymes with cheerfully, if that helps it stick.
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"Tearfully" has 2 syllables: tearf · ully.
Tearfully: In a tearful manner.
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