How to pronounce adversely
Say it like ad-VUR-slee. Adversely has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (VUR).
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- ad
- VUR
- slee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Adversely pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- adKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- VURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- sleeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of adversely
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ad-VUR-slee.
What does adversely mean?
- In an adverse manner.“adversely affected”
Where does adversely come from?
From adverse + -ly.
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Words that rhyme with adversely
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Questions about saying adversely
How do you pronounce adversely?
Say ad-VUR-slee. The American pronunciation is /ædˈvɝsli/. In British English it is /ædˈvɜːsli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in adversely?
Adversely has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (VUR). Broken into parts: ad · VUR · slee.
Is adversely 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 /ædˈvɜːsli/ (ad-VUR-slee).