English pronunciation · Words Starting with S
Similarly Pronunciation
Similarly is pronounced SI-muh-ler-lee, IPA /ˈsɪməlɝli/.
SI-muh-ler-lee
US /ˈsɪməlɝli/ · UK /ˈsɪmɪləli/
Syllables: SI · muh · ler · lee (4 syllables, stress on syllable 1)
adverb: In much the same way.
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Similarly in a Sentence
- The second batch behaved similarly.
- Similarly, the evening train is often late.
- Both machines are similarly priced.
Common Mispronunciations of Similarly
Not si-MI-ler-lee
The punch stays on SI, where similar puts it, and the three beats after it drift off lightly.
Not SI-muh-lee
Two l sounds are needed, one in ler and one in lee. Drop either and you have said similar or simply.
Tip: Say similar, then add lee without moving anything else.
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