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telly
noun
UK:
/ˈteli/
US:
/ˈteli/
A television set.
Let's watch the telly tonight after dinner.
The kids are always glued to the telly, watching cartoons all day long.
Synonyms
television
tv
boob tube
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the phonetic transcription of "telly" in English?
The phonetic transcription of "telly" is
/ˈteli/
in British English and
/ˈteli/
in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.
What are the english synonyms of "telly"?
Synonyms for "telly": television, tv, boob tube.
How to use "telly" in sentences?
Example usage of "telly": "Let's watch the telly tonight after dinner.". More examples on the page.