How to Pronounce "homely"
word
ˈhoʊmɫi
HOHM-lee
hˈəʊmli
HOHM-lee
Definition
In British English, 'homely' describes something comfortable and simple, like home. In American English, it usually means someone is unattractive in appearance.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhoʊmɫi
British English
hˈəʊmli
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HOHM-lee
UK
HOHM-lee
Listen in Context
She has a homely face.
The cottage feels very homely.
He wore homely clothes to the party.
The room isn't fancy, but it's really homely and comfortable.