How to Pronounce "lowly"
word
/ˈɫoʊɫi/
LOH-lee
/lˈəʊli/
LOH-lee
Definition
Describes someone or something with a low status, rank, or importance; often modest or humble.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɫoʊɫi/
British English
/lˈəʊli/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LOH-lee
UK
LOH-lee
Listen in Context
He started his career in a lowly position.
The lowly worm helps the soil.
She values her lowly beginnings.
Even the most lowly job can teach you something valuable.