How do you pronounce "slightly"?

In American English: /ˈslaɪtli/ (SLEYETL-ee). In British English: /slˈaɪtli/ (SL-eyetl). In Canadian English: /ˈslʌɪtli/ (SLUH-itl-ee). In Australian English: /slˈaɪtli/ (SL-eyetl).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈslaɪtli/ (SLEYETL-ee), while in British English it's /slˈaɪtli/ (SL-eyetl).

How to Pronounce "slightly"

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slightly

/ˈslaɪtli/

SLEYETL-ee

Syllable Breakdown

slaɪtlslight·ily

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