How to pronounce lovingly
Say it like LUHV-ing-lee. Lovingly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LUHV).
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- LUHV
- ing
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lovingly pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LUHVSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- ingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of lovingly
American and British speakers say lovingly in essentially the same way: /ˈlʌvɪŋli/ in the US and /ˈlʌvɪŋli/ in the UK.
British respelling: LUHV-ing-lee.
What does lovingly mean?
- In a loving manner, affectionately.
Where does lovingly come from?
From loving + -ly.
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Questions about saying lovingly
How do you pronounce lovingly?
Say LUHV-ing-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈlʌvɪŋli/. In British English it is /ˈlʌvɪŋli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lovingly?
Lovingly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LUHV). Broken into parts: LUHV · ing · lee.
Do Americans and Brits say lovingly the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈlʌvɪŋli/ and the British form is /ˈlʌvɪŋli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.