How to pronounce callously
Say it like KAL-uh-slee. Callously has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAL).
- KAL
- uh
- slee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Callously pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KALSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- sleeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of callously
American and British speakers say callously in essentially the same way: /ˈkæləsli/ in the US and /ˈkæləsli/ in the UK.
British respelling: KAL-uh-slee.
What does callously mean?
- In a callous manner; done without regard to others' sensitivities.
Where does callously come from?
From callous + -ly.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- carelessly
- hardheartedly
- indifferently
- unfeelingly
Questions about saying callously
How do you pronounce callously?
Say KAL-uh-slee. The American pronunciation is /ˈkæləsli/. In British English it is /ˈkæləsli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in callously?
Callously has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAL). Broken into parts: KAL · uh · slee.
Do Americans and Brits say callously the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkæləsli/ and the British form is /ˈkæləsli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.