How to pronounce rigidly
Say it like RIJ-id-lee. Rigidly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RIJ).
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- RIJ
- id
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rigidly pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RIJSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- idKeep 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 rigidly
American and British speakers say rigidly in essentially the same way: /ˈrɪdʒɪdli/ in the US and /ˈrɪdʒɪdli/ in the UK.
British respelling: RIJ-id-lee.
What does rigidly mean?
- In a rigid manner; stiffly.
Where does rigidly come from?
From rigid + -ly.
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Questions about saying rigidly
How do you pronounce rigidly?
Say RIJ-id-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈrɪdʒɪdli/. In British English it is /ˈrɪdʒɪdli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rigidly?
Rigidly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RIJ). Broken into parts: RIJ · id · lee.
Do Americans and Brits say rigidly the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈrɪdʒɪdli/ and the British form is /ˈrɪdʒɪdli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.