How to pronounce centrally
Say it like SEN-truh-lee. Centrally has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SEN).
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- SEN
- truh
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Centrally pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SENSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- truhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of centrally
American and British speakers say centrally in essentially the same way: /ˈsɛntrəli/ in the US and /ˈsɛntrəli/ in the UK.
British respelling: SEN-truh-lee.
What does centrally mean?
- In a central manner or situation; at, to, through or from the center.
Where does centrally come from?
From central + -ly.
Words that rhyme with centrally
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of centrally.
Questions about saying centrally
How do you pronounce centrally?
Say SEN-truh-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɛntrəli/. In British English it is /ˈsɛntrəli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in centrally?
Centrally has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SEN). Broken into parts: SEN · truh · lee.
Do Americans and Brits say centrally the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsɛntrəli/ and the British form is /ˈsɛntrəli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.