How to Pronounce "rely"
word
/ɹiˈɫaɪ/
ri-LY
/ɹɪlˈaɪ/
ri-LY
Definition
To need or depend on someone or something for help, support, or success. It can also mean to trust that someone or something will do what is expected.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ɹiˈɫaɪ/
British English
/ɹɪlˈaɪ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-LY
UK
ri-LY
Listen in Context
I rely on my phone alarm every morning.
Children rely on adults for care and safety.
You can rely on Anna to finish the work.
We can't rely on the weather, so let's make a backup plan.