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How to Pronounce "mildly"

word

/ˈmaɪɫdɫi/
MYLD-lee
/mˈaɪldli/
MYLD-lee

Definition

In a gentle or slight way; not very strongly or extremely. Often used to describe something that happens a little bit or not very intensely.

IPA Transcription

American English

/ˈmaɪɫdɫi/

British English

/mˈaɪldli/

Simplified Pronunciation

US

MYLD-lee

UK

MYLD-lee

Listen in Context

She was mildly surprised by the news.

This dish is only mildly spicy.

He looked mildly interested in the idea.

I'm mildly annoyed that the meeting started late.