How to Pronounce "jolly"
word
/ˈdʒɑɫi/
JAH-lee
/dʒˈɒli/
JO-lee
Definition
Cheerful, happy, and full of good humor. It can describe a person, a mood, or an atmosphere, and it sometimes sounds slightly old-fashioned or playful.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈdʒɑɫi/
British English
/dʒˈɒli/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
JAH-lee
UK
JO-lee
Listen in Context
The children were jolly at the party.
He gave me a jolly smile.
It was a jolly evening with friends.
She stayed surprisingly jolly even after the long delay.