How to pronounce solidly
Say it like SOL-ud-lee. Solidly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SOL).
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- SOL
- ud
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Solidly pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SOLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- udKeep 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 solidly
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: SOL-ud-lee.
What does solidly mean?
- In a solid or firm manner.
Where does solidly come from?
From solid + -ly.
Questions about saying solidly
How do you pronounce solidly?
Say SOL-ud-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɑlədli/. In British English it is /ˈsɒlədli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in solidly?
Solidly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SOL). Broken into parts: SOL · ud · lee.
Is solidly pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˈsɒlədli/ (SOL-ud-lee).