How to pronounce abnormally
Say it like ab-NOR-muh-lee. Abnormally has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NOR).
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- ab
- NOR
- muh
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Abnormally pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- abKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- NORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of abnormally
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ab-NAW-muh-lee.
What does abnormally mean?
- In an abnormal manner; in a way that deviates from a standard, norm, or average.
Where does abnormally come from?
From abnormal + -ly.
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Questions about saying abnormally
How do you pronounce abnormally?
Say ab-NOR-muh-lee. The American pronunciation is /æbˈnɔrməli/. In British English it is /æbˈnɔːməli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in abnormally?
Abnormally has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NOR). Broken into parts: ab · NOR · muh · lee.
Is abnormally pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /æbˈnɔːməli/ (ab-NAW-muh-lee).