How to Pronounce "solely"
word
/ˈsoʊəɫi/
SOH-lee
/sˈəʊlli/
SOHL-lee
Definition
Only; not involving anyone or anything else. It is used to emphasize that something is limited to one person, thing, or purpose.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈsoʊəɫi/
British English
/sˈəʊlli/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SOH-lee
UK
SOHL-lee
Listen in Context
This prize is solely for students.
He is solely responsible for the mistake.
The room is used solely for meetings.
My decision was based solely on the facts.