How to pronounce abstractly
Say it like ab-STRAKT-lee. Abstractly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STRAKT).
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- ab
- STRAKT
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Abstractly 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.
- STRAKTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of abstractly
American and British speakers say abstractly in essentially the same way: /æbˈstræktli/ in the US and /æbˈstræktli/ in the UK.
British respelling: ab-STRAKT-lee.
What does abstractly mean?
- In an abstract way or manner
- separately; absolutely
Where does abstractly come from?
From Middle English abstractly; equivalent to abstract + -ly.
Words that rhyme with abstractly
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of abstractly.
Questions about saying abstractly
How do you pronounce abstractly?
Say ab-STRAKT-lee. The American pronunciation is /æbˈstræktli/. In British English it is /æbˈstræktli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in abstractly?
Abstractly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STRAKT). Broken into parts: ab · STRAKT · lee.
Do Americans and Brits say abstractly the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /æbˈstræktli/ and the British form is /æbˈstræktli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.