How to pronounce awkwardly
Say it like AW-kwerd-lee. Awkwardly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AW).
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- AW
- kwerd
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Awkwardly pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- AWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- kwerdKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of awkwardly
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: AW-kwud-lee.
What does awkwardly mean?
- In an awkward manner; with discomfort or lack of coordination.
Where does awkwardly come from?
From awkward + -ly.
Questions about saying awkwardly
How do you pronounce awkwardly?
Say AW-kwerd-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈɔkwɚdli/. In British English it is /ˈɔːkwədli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in awkwardly?
Awkwardly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AW). Broken into parts: AW · kwerd · lee.
Is awkwardly 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 /ˈɔːkwədli/ (AW-kwud-lee).