American English

How to pronounce wonderfully

adverbB1
WUHNderfuhlee

/ˈwən.dɚ.fə.li/

4 syllables · Stress the first syllable.

In a very good, enjoyable, or successful way.

What to listen for

“Wonderfully” is commonly pronounced /ˈwən.dɚ.fə.li/, and you may also hear the shorter form /ˈwən.dɚ.fli/ in natural speech.

Common pronunciation/ˈwən.dɚ.fə.li/
Common shorter form/ˈwən.dɚ.fli/
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Meanings & examples

adverb

In a very good, enjoyable, or successful way.

The plan worked wonderfully.

She sings wonderfully.

Common phrases & grammar

work wonderfully · look wonderfully · wonderfully clear · wonderfully simple

subject + verb + wonderfully

wonderfully + adjective

adverb

To a very high degree, especially in a pleasing or impressive way.

The instructions are wonderfully clear.

He is wonderfully patient with children.

Common phrases & grammar

wonderfully kind · wonderfully talented · wonderfully patient · wonderfully creative

wonderfully + adjective

subject + be + wonderfully + adjective

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