English pronunciation · Words Starting with T
Thoroughly Pronunciation
Thoroughly is pronounced THUR-oh-lee, IPA /ˈθɝoʊli/.
THUR-oh-lee
US /ˈθɝoʊli/ · UK /ˈθʌrəli/
Syllables: THUR · oh · lee (3 syllables, stress on syllable 1)
adverb: Completely, or with careful attention to every detail.
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Thoroughly in a Sentence
- Rinse the jars thoroughly before you fill them.
- I thoroughly enjoyed the whole evening.
- The claim was thoroughly checked before payment.
Common Mispronunciations of Thoroughly
Not THROH-lee
No r belongs next to the th. A vowel separates the two, which is what keeps this word clear of throw.
Not thuh-RUH-lee
Thorough holds its weight at the front, and adding ly changes none of that.
Tip: Americans give the middle a full oh, THUR-oh-lee, while British speakers reduce it to THU-ruh-lee.
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