How to Pronounce "legitimately"
word
ɫəˈdʒɪtəmətɫi
luh-JIT-uh-muht-lee
lədʒˈɪtɪmətli
luh-JIT-ih-muht-lee
Definition
In a way that is allowed by law or rules, or in a way that is fair and reasonable.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɫəˈdʒɪtəmətɫi
British English
lədʒˈɪtɪmətli
Simplified Pronunciation
US
luh-JIT-uh-muht-lee
UK
luh-JIT-ih-muht-lee
Listen in Context
He legitimately owns this car.
She legitimately won the game.
You have legitimately earned this reward.
No one can question that he legitimately got that promotion.