How to pronounce partly
Say it like PART-lee. Partly has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PART).
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- PART
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Partly pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PARTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of partly
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PAHT-lee.
What does partly mean?
- to some extent; in some degree; not wholly“I felt partly to blame”“He was partially paralyzed”
Where does partly come from?
From part + -ly.
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Words that rhyme with partly
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Questions about saying partly
How do you pronounce partly?
Say PART-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɑrtli/. In British English it is /ˈpɑːtli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in partly?
Partly has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PART). Broken into parts: PART · lee.
Is partly pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈpɑːtli/ (PAHT-lee).