How to Pronounce "loosely"

word

ˈɫusɫi

LOOS-lee

lˈuːsli

LOOS-lee

Definition

'Loosely' means in a way that is not tight, exact, or strictly controlled. It can refer to something being free, not precise, or only generally related.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈɫusɫi

British English

lˈuːsli

Simplified Pronunciation

LOOS-lee

Listen in Context

The rope was tied loosely around the box.

She wore her hair loosely for the party.

The story is loosely based on true events.

You can interpret the rules loosely—there's some flexibility.