How to Pronounce "weatherly"
word
ˈwɛðɝɫi
WEH-thur-lee
wˈɛðəli
WEH-thuh-lee
Definition
Describes a boat that sails very well against the wind, is easy to steer, and handles difficult weather conditions successfully.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwɛðɝɫi
British English
wˈɛðəli
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WEH-thur-lee
UK
WEH-thuh-lee
Listen in Context
This boat is very weatherly, so it can sail close to the wind.
A weatherly yacht is safer in storms.
Sailors prefer a weatherly boat for long voyages.
Our old sailboat isn't very weatherly, so tacking takes extra effort.