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How to pronounce instantly

instantly
/ˈɪnstəntli/
3 syllables, stress on the first

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Instantly, sound by sound

/ɪ/as in shipA short, relaxed sound. Do not stretch it into “ee”.
/n/as in noTongue tip on the ridge behind the teeth, air through the nose.
/s/as in seeTongue tip near the ridge behind the teeth, a narrow stream of air.
/t/as in tenTongue tip on the ridge behind the upper teeth, not on the teeth. With a light puff of air.
/ə/as in cupA short, relaxed “uh”; the mouth is barely open.
/n/as in noTongue tip on the ridge behind the teeth, air through the nose.
/t/as in tenTongue tip on the ridge behind the upper teeth, not on the teeth. With a light puff of air.
/l/as in lookTongue tip on the ridge behind the teeth; air flows around the sides.
/i/as in sheepA long, tense “ee”; lips spread as in a smile.

In a sentence

Tom had a car accident. He died instantly.

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Questions and answers

How do you pronounce instantly?

Instantly is pronounced /ˈɪnstəntli/ in American English.

How many syllables are in instantly?

Instantly has 3 syllables.

Which syllable is stressed in instantly?

The first syllable: /ˈɪnstəntli/.

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