How to Pronounce "loosely"
word
ˈɫusɫi
LOOS-lee
lˈuːsli
LOOS-lee
Definition
'Loosely' means in a way that is not tight, exact, or strictly controlled. It can refer to something being free, not precise, or only generally related.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫusɫi
British English
lˈuːsli
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LOOS-lee
UK
LOOS-lee
Listen in Context
The rope was tied loosely around the box.
She wore her hair loosely for the party.
The story is loosely based on true events.
You can interpret the rules loosely—there's some flexibility.