American English

How to pronounce loudly

adverbA2
LOWDlee

/ˈlaʊd̚.li/

2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.

In a way that makes a lot of sound or uses a strong voice.

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Meanings & examples

adverb

In a way that makes a lot of sound or uses a strong voice.

Please don't talk so loudly.

The children laughed loudly at the joke.

Good to know

With speak and talk, loudly usually means that your voice is too strong for the situation.

Common phrases & grammar

speak loudly · talk loudly · laugh loudly · play music loudly

verb + loudly

subject + verb + loudly

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