How to pronounce lastly
Say it like LAST-lee. Lastly has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAST).
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- LAST
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lastly pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LASTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of lastly
- British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat.
British respelling: LAHST-lee.
What does lastly mean?
- the item at the end“last, I'll discuss family values”
Where does lastly come from?
From last + -ly.
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Words that rhyme with lastly
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Questions about saying lastly
How do you pronounce lastly?
Say LAST-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈlæstli/. In British English it is /ˈlɑːstli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lastly?
Lastly has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAST). Broken into parts: LAST · lee.
Is lastly pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat. The British form is /ˈlɑːstli/ (LAHST-lee).