How to pronounce acridly
Say it like uh-KRID-lee. Acridly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KRID).
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- uh
- KRID
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Acridly pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- KRIDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of acridly
- The stress moves: Americans stress syllable 2, while British speakers stress syllable 1.
British respelling: AK-rid-lee.
What does acridly mean?
- In a harsh or corrosive manner.
Where does acridly come from?
From acrid + -ly.
Words that rhyme with acridly
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of acridly.
Questions about saying acridly
How do you pronounce acridly?
Say uh-KRID-lee. The American pronunciation is /əˈkrɪdli/. In British English it is /ˈækrɪdli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in acridly?
Acridly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KRID). Broken into parts: uh · KRID · lee.
Is acridly pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The stress moves: Americans stress syllable 2, while British speakers stress syllable 1. The British form is /ˈækrɪdli/ (AK-rid-lee).