How to Pronounce "lively"
word
/ˈɫaɪvɫi/
LYV-lee
/lˈaɪvli/
LYV-lee
Definition
Full of energy or life; used to describe a person, place, or situation that is active, exciting, and full of movement.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɫaɪvɫi/
British English
/lˈaɪvli/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LYV-lee
UK
LYV-lee
Listen in Context
The children are very lively today.
She has a lively personality.
The market is lively on weekends.
It was a really lively party—everyone was dancing and laughing.