How to pronounce wryly
Say it like RY-lee. Wryly has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RY).
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- RY
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Wryly pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of wryly
American and British speakers say wryly in essentially the same way: /ˈraɪli/ in the US and /ˈraɪli/ in the UK.
British respelling: RY-lee.
What does wryly mean?
- In a wry or sarcastic manner; ironically.
- Of a facial expression, contortedly.“Rachel smiled wryly at Bryan, clearly showing her discomfort after being dragged into an unwanted interaction with him.”
Where does wryly come from?
From wry + -ly.
Words that rhyme with wryly
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of wryly.
Questions about saying wryly
How do you pronounce wryly?
Say RY-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈraɪli/. In British English it is /ˈraɪli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in wryly?
Wryly has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RY). Broken into parts: RY · lee.
Do Americans and Brits say wryly the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈraɪli/ and the British form is /ˈraɪli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.