How to pronounce properly

Say it like this: /ˈpɹɑpɚli/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/ˈpɹɑpɚli/

What does properly mean?

advIn a proper manner, appropriately, suitably; correctly, justifiably.

“Does she think the repairs have been properly done?”

individually; in one's own manner.

Entirely; extremely; thoroughly.

“I was properly tired after that party.”

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