To pronounce "totally", say TOT-ally — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈtoʊt.əl.i/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈtoʊt.əl.i/
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"totally" has 2 syllables: tot-ally. It rhymes with anecdotally, if that helps it stick.
adverb
“They've totally demolished the bank on Main Street.”
“That was totally wicked!”
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"Totally" has 2 syllables: tot · ally.
The IPA transcription of "totally" is /ˈtoʊt.əl.i/.
Totally: To the fullest extent or degree.
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