How to pronounce namely
Say it like NAYM-lee. Namely has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NAYM).
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- NAYM
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Namely pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NAYMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of namely
American and British speakers say namely in essentially the same way: /ˈneɪmli/ in the US and /ˈneɪmli/ in the UK.
British respelling: NAYM-lee.
What does namely mean?
- as follows
Where does namely come from?
From Middle English namely, nameliche, namelike, equivalent to name + -ly.
Words that rhyme with namely
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of namely.
Questions about saying namely
How do you pronounce namely?
Say NAYM-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈneɪmli/. In British English it is /ˈneɪmli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in namely?
Namely has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NAYM). Broken into parts: NAYM · lee.
Do Americans and Brits say namely the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈneɪmli/ and the British form is /ˈneɪmli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.