How to Pronounce "subtly"
word
ˈsətəɫi
SUH-tl-ee
sˈʌtəlˌi
SUT-l-ee
Definition
In a way that is not obvious or easy to notice; gently or in a small but important way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsətəɫi
British English
sˈʌtəlˌi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SUH-tl-ee
UK
SUT-l-ee
Listen in Context
The colors on the wall changed subtly in the sunlight.
She subtly suggested a different idea.
The taste of the soup was subtly sweet.
He's subtly making fun of you—you just can't tell right away.