How to pronounce sorely
Say it like SOR-lee. Sorely has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SOR).
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- SOR
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sorely pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of sorely
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SAW-lee.
What does sorely mean?
- In a sore or desperate manner.
- Very, extremely.
Where does sorely come from?
From Middle English sorely, from Old English sārlīċ (adjective), sārlīċe (adverb); equivalent to sore + -ly.
Questions about saying sorely
How do you pronounce sorely?
Say SOR-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɔrli/. In British English it is /ˈsɔːli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sorely?
Sorely has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SOR). Broken into parts: SOR · lee.
Is sorely 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 /ˈsɔːli/ (SAW-lee).