Quietly has 3 syllables and the stress is on the first syllable.
| # | Sentence | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | A girl quietly approached the pair's workplace. The girl did so quietly — though to be accurate, she was a mute. | |
| 2. | Speak more quietly, please. | |
| 3. | Mary closed the door quietly. | |
| 4. | At that time, she was smiling and singing very quietly. | |
| 5. | Jim went into the room quietly lest he should wake the baby. | |
| 6. | You have only to sit quietly with your hands folded in your lap. | |
| 7. | "You see," said the elder brother, "I was right. Here I have lived quietly and well, while you, though you may have been a king, have seen a great deal of trouble." | |
| 8. | We waited there quietly. | |
| 9. | Lately I've had the time to quietly enjoy the wonders of nature. | |
| 10. | Please close the door quietly. |