How do you pronounce "steely"?

In American English: /ˈstiːli/ (STEEL-ee). In British English: /stˈiːli/ (ST-eel). In Canadian English: /ˈstiːli/ (STEEL-ee). In Australian English: /stˈiːli/ (ST-eel).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈstiːli/ (STEEL-ee), while in British English it's /stˈiːli/ (ST-eel).

How to Pronounce "steely"

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steely

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/ˈstiːli/

STEEL-ee

Syllable Breakdown

stiːlste·iely

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