The word "tonguely" is spelled with the combination of the /ŋ/ sound, represented by the letters "ng", and the /li/ sound, represented by the letters "ly". The IPA phonetic transcription for this word is /ˈtʌŋɡli/. This adverb describes the manner of using one's tongue while speaking or eating. It can be used to describe someone who is speaking in a fluent or elegant manner. Despite being a less commonly used word, it is important to use correct spelling as it helps improve communication and avoid misunderstandings.
The word "tonguely" is derived from the base word "tongue" combined with the suffix "-ly".
The term "tongue" comes from the Old English word "tunge", which can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "tungon". This, in turn, is believed to be a borrowing from the Proto-Indo-European root "*dnghu-", meaning "tongue" or "speech".
The "-ly" suffix is an Old English adverbial form, indicating manner or quality. When attached to the word "tongue", it creates the adverb "tonguely", which signifies something done or expressed with the qualities associated with a tongue.