English pronunciation · Words Starting with A
Apply Pronunciation
Apply is pronounced uh-PLY, IPA /əˈplaɪ/.
uh-PLY
US /əˈplaɪ/
Syllables: uh · PLY (2 syllables, stress on syllable 2)
verb: To make a formal request, or to put something onto a surface.
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Apply in a Sentence
- You can apply online until Friday.
- Apply a thin coat and let it dry.
- The rule does not apply to volunteers.
Common Mispronunciations of Apply
Not A-ply
Keep the opening a as a weak uh and push the whole word towards PLY.
Not uh-PLEE
Read the y as the long i of my, the value it takes at the end of a stressed syllable.
Tip: Applied and applies keep the same stress, but application moves it to the third syllable.
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