word
Awry
uh-RY
/əˈraɪ/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
awry
Dictionary meaning
Away from the expected or proper direction; wrong.
Common mispronunciations
AW-reeAWR-ee
Pronunciation tips
Stress the second syllable: 'uh-RY' (rhymes with 'sky').
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