How to pronounce gallantly
Say it like GAL-unt-lee. Gallantly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GAL).
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- GAL
- unt
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gallantly pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GALSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- untKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of gallantly
American and British speakers say gallantly in essentially the same way: /ˈɡæləntli/ in the US and /ˈɡæləntli/ in the UK.
British respelling: GAL-unt-lee.
What does gallantly mean?
- In a gallant or gentlemanly manner; with social graces.
- In a brave or valiant manner.
Where does gallantly come from?
From gallant + -ly.
Questions about saying gallantly
How do you pronounce gallantly?
Say GAL-unt-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡæləntli/. In British English it is /ˈɡæləntli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gallantly?
Gallantly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GAL). Broken into parts: GAL · unt · lee.
Do Americans and Brits say gallantly the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɡæləntli/ and the British form is /ˈɡæləntli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.