How to Pronounce "knightly"
word
ˈnaɪtɫi
NYTE-lee
nˈaɪtli
NYTE-lee
Definition
Related to knights or having the qualities of a knight, such as bravery, honor, and courtesy. Sometimes used to describe medieval history or chivalrous behavior.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈnaɪtɫi
British English
nˈaɪtli
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NYTE-lee
UK
NYTE-lee
Listen in Context
The king was impressed by his knightly actions.
He wore a knightly suit of armor in the parade.
She admired the knightly tales from medieval times.
He tried to handle the argument in a knightly way, always polite and fair.