How to pronounce homily
Say it like HOM-uh-lee. Homily has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HOM).
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- HOM
- uh
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Homily pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HOMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- uhKeep 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 homily
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: HOM-ih-lee.
What does homily mean?
- A sermon, especially concerning a practical matter.
- A moralizing lecture.
- A platitude.
- In a homey manner.
Words that rhyme with homily
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of homily.
Questions about saying homily
How do you pronounce homily?
Say HOM-uh-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈhɑməli/. In British English it is /ˈhɒmɪli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in homily?
Homily has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HOM). Broken into parts: HOM · uh · lee.
Is homily 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 /ˈhɒmɪli/ (HOM-ih-lee).