How to pronounce harmlessly
Say it like HARM-lus-lee. Harmlessly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HARM).
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- HARM
- lus
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Harmlessly pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HARMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- lusKeep 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 harmlessly
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: HAHM-lus-lee.
What does harmlessly mean?
- In a harmless manner.
Where does harmlessly come from?
From harmless + -ly.
Questions about saying harmlessly
How do you pronounce harmlessly?
Say HARM-lus-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈhɑrmləsli/. In British English it is /ˈhɑːmləsli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in harmlessly?
Harmlessly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HARM). Broken into parts: HARM · lus · lee.
Is harmlessly pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈhɑːmləsli/ (HAHM-lus-lee).