How to Pronounce "gnarly"
word
ˈnɑɹɫi
NAR-lee
nˈɑːli
NAH-lee
Definition
'Gnarly' can mean twisted and rough like a tree branch, but in slang it means something is very difficult, dangerous, or, especially in surfing/skateboarding culture, extremely cool or impressive.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈnɑɹɫi
British English
nˈɑːli
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NAR-lee
UK
NAH-lee
Listen in Context
That old tree has gnarly branches.
The road was gnarly after the storm.
He showed me his gnarly scar.
That was a gnarly wave—you totally crushed it!