How to Pronounce "lately"
word
/ˈɫeɪtɫi/
LAYT-lee
/lˈeɪtli/
LAYT-lee
Definition
Used to talk about a recent period of time, especially the days or weeks before now. It usually refers to things that have been happening more than once or continuing during that period.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɫeɪtɫi/
British English
/lˈeɪtli/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LAYT-lee
UK
LAYT-lee
Listen in Context
I have been very tired lately.
Have you talked to Anna lately?
It has been raining a lot lately.
I've been sleeping badly lately, so I'm trying to cut down on coffee.