How to pronounce raptly
Say it like RAPT-lee. Raptly has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAPT).
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- RAPT
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Raptly pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RAPTSay 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 raptly
American and British speakers say raptly in essentially the same way: /ˈræptli/ in the US and /ˈræptli/ in the UK.
British respelling: RAPT-lee.
What does raptly mean?
- in a rapt manner
Where does raptly come from?
From rapt + -ly.
Questions about saying raptly
How do you pronounce raptly?
Say RAPT-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈræptli/. In British English it is /ˈræptli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in raptly?
Raptly has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAPT). Broken into parts: RAPT · lee.
Do Americans and Brits say raptly the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈræptli/ and the British form is /ˈræptli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.