How to pronounce algebraically
Say it like al-jih-BRAY-ih-klee. Algebraically has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (BRAY).
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- al
- jih
- BRAY
- ih
- klee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Algebraically pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- alGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- jihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- BRAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- kleeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of algebraically
American and British speakers say algebraically in essentially the same way: /ˌældʒɪˈbreɪɪkli/ in the US and /ˌældʒɪˈbreɪɪkli/ in the UK.
British respelling: al-jih-BRAY-ih-klee.
What does algebraically mean?
- Using algebra.
Where does algebraically come from?
From algebraic + -ally, or alternatively algebraical + -ly.
Questions about saying algebraically
How do you pronounce algebraically?
Say al-jih-BRAY-ih-klee. The American pronunciation is /ˌældʒɪˈbreɪɪkli/. In British English it is /ˌældʒɪˈbreɪɪkli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in algebraically?
Algebraically has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (BRAY). Broken into parts: al · jih · BRAY · ih · klee.
Do Americans and Brits say algebraically the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌældʒɪˈbreɪɪkli/ and the British form is /ˌældʒɪˈbreɪɪkli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.