How do you pronounce "coyly"?

In American English: /ˈkɔɪli/ (KOYL-ee). In British English: /kˈɔɪli/ (K-oyl). In Canadian English: /ˈkɔɪli/ (KOYL-ee). In Australian English: /kˈɔɪli/ (K-oyl).

Is "coyly" pronounced differently in American and British English?

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈkɔɪli/ (KOYL-ee), while in British English it's /kˈɔɪli/ (K-oyl).

How to Pronounce "coyly"

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coyly

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/ˈkɔɪli/

KOYL-ee

Syllable Breakdown

kɔɪlcoy·ily

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