How to pronounce golly
Say it like GOL-ee. Golly has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GOL).
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- GOL
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Golly pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GOLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of golly
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: GOL-ee.
What does golly mean?
- A mild expression of surprise or enthusiasm.“Golly! That was a long trip to California.”
- A type of black rag doll.
- A galosh.
Where does golly come from?
Euphemism for God, dating from the 18th century.
Words that rhyme with golly
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of golly.
Questions about saying golly
How do you pronounce golly?
Say GOL-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡɑli/. In British English it is /ˈɡɒli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in golly?
Golly has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GOL). Broken into parts: GOL · ee.
Is golly pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˈɡɒli/ (GOL-ee).