How to pronounce solemnly
Say it like SAW-lum-lee. Solemnly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAW).
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- SAW
- lum
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Solemnly pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SAWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- lumKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of solemnly
American and British speakers say solemnly in essentially the same way: /ˈsɔləmli/ in the US and /ˈsɒləmli/ in the UK.
British respelling: SOL-um-lee.
What does solemnly mean?
- In a solemn manner.
Where does solemnly come from?
From solemn + -ly.
Questions about saying solemnly
How do you pronounce solemnly?
Say SAW-lum-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɔləmli/. In British English it is /ˈsɒləmli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in solemnly?
Solemnly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAW). Broken into parts: SAW · lum · lee.
Do Americans and Brits say solemnly the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsɔləmli/ and the British form is /ˈsɒləmli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.