How to pronounce amply
Say it like AM-plee. Amply has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AM).
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- AM
- plee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Amply pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- AMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- pleeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of amply
American and British speakers say amply in essentially the same way: /ˈæmpli/ in the US and /ˈæmpli/ in the UK.
British respelling: AM-plee.
What does amply mean?
- In an ample manner; extensively; thoroughly.“We were amply supplied with food and beverage.”
Where does amply come from?
From ample + -ly.
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Questions about saying amply
How do you pronounce amply?
Say AM-plee. The American pronunciation is /ˈæmpli/. In British English it is /ˈæmpli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in amply?
Amply has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AM). Broken into parts: AM · plee.
Do Americans and Brits say amply the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈæmpli/ and the British form is /ˈæmpli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.