How to pronounce molly
Say it like MOL-ee. Molly has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MOL).
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- MOL
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Molly pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MOLSay 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 molly
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: MOL-ee.
What does molly mean?
- popular aquarium fish
Where does molly come from?
From Molly, the personal name, a pet form of Mary.
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Words that rhyme with molly
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Questions about saying molly
How do you pronounce molly?
Say MOL-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɑli/. In British English it is /ˈmɒli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in molly?
Molly has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MOL). Broken into parts: MOL · ee.
Is molly 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 /ˈmɒli/ (MOL-ee).
What words sound the same as molly?
Molly sounds the same as mollie in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.