American English

How to pronounce comfortably

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KUHMferduhblee

/ˈkʰəm.fɚ.ɾəb.li/

4 syllables · Stress the first syllable.

In a comfortable way, without pain or discomfort.

What to listen for

“Comfortably” is pronounced /ˈkʰəm.fɚ.ɾəb.li/. The middle sound /ɾ/ is a very quick tap, so it may sound closer to a very soft “d” than a clear “t”.

Practice out loud

Meanings & examples

adverb

In a comfortable way, without pain or discomfort.

She sat comfortably by the window.

I can sleep comfortably on this sofa.

Common phrases & grammar

sit comfortably · sleep comfortably · travel comfortably

verb + comfortably

can + verb + comfortably

adverb

By a safe or large enough amount; easily.

We can comfortably afford the monthly payment.

Our team is comfortably ahead.

Common phrases & grammar

comfortably afford · comfortably ahead

can comfortably + verb

be comfortably + adjective

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