How to Pronounce "sickly"
word
ˈsɪkɫi
SIK-lee
sˈɪkli
SIK-lee
Definition
Describes someone who is often ill or looks unhealthy and weak. It can also describe something (like air or smell) that is unpleasant because it is too sweet or makes you feel sick.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɪkɫi
British English
sˈɪkli
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SIK-lee
UK
SIK-lee
Listen in Context
He was a sickly child and spent a lot of time in bed.
The plant looks sickly and might die soon.
She has a sickly pale face.
That perfume has a sickly sweet smell I can't stand.