correctly Synonyms & Antonyms
/kəˈɹɛk(t).li/
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Correctly as an Adverb
1
In a correct manner.
Most people couldn't pronounce Daragh's name correctly, so he went by the name of "Dave" instead.
Correctly in a Sentence
Most people couldn't pronounce Daragh's name correctly, so he went by the name of "Dave" instead.
Word Forms & Grammar
correctly (comparative more correctly, superlative most correctly)
Words That Rhyme With Correctly
Origin of Correctly
From correct + -ly.
Correctly: Key Facts
| Part of speech | adverb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /kəˈɹɛk(t).li/ |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Meaning | In a correct manner |
| Comparative / superlative | more correctly, most correctly |
How Do You Say Correctly?
The standard pronunciation of correctly is /kəˈɹɛk(t).li/, spoken in 3 syllables, with the main stress on the second syllable (ɹɛk(t)).