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