How to Pronounce Violently

To pronounce "violently", say VIOL-ently — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈvaɪ(ə)ləntli/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈvaɪ(ə)ləntli/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “violently”

"violently" has 2 syllables: viol-ently. It rhymes with silently, if that helps it stick.

What does violently mean?

adverb

  1. In a violent manner.
  2. To an intense degree; extremely; strongly; intensely.

    “I found myself violently disagreeing with him.”

Words that rhyme with violently

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

silently

Related words

violenceviciouslysharplyferociouslyfiercelyvehementlybrutallyseverely

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "violently"?▾

"Violently" has 2 syllables: viol · ently.

What is the IPA transcription of "violently"?▾

The IPA transcription of "violently" is /ˈvaɪ(ə)ləntli/.

What does "violently" mean?▾

Violently: In a violent manner.

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