How to Pronounce “severely”
word
/səˈvɪɹɫi/
suh-VEER-lee
/sɪvˈiəli/
si-VEER-lee
IPA Transcription
American English
/səˈvɪɹɫi/
British English
/sɪvˈiəli/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
suh-VEER-lee
UK
si-VEER-lee
Listen in Context
The storm severely damaged the houses.
She was severely punished for breaking the rules.
Many children were severely affected by the disease.
He was severely criticized for his speech.