How to pronounce chemically
Say it like KEM-uh-klee. Chemically has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KEM).
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- KEM
- uh
- klee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Chemically pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KEMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- kleeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of chemically
American and British speakers say chemically in essentially the same way: /ˈkɛməkli/ in the US and /ˈkɛməkli/ in the UK.
British respelling: KEM-uh-klee.
What does chemically mean?
- Using a chemical reaction, process, or operation.
- According to the principles of chemistry.
- Reminiscent of chemicals.
Where does chemically come from?
From chemical + -ly.
Questions about saying chemically
How do you pronounce chemically?
Say KEM-uh-klee. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɛməkli/. In British English it is /ˈkɛməkli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in chemically?
Chemically has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KEM). Broken into parts: KEM · uh · klee.
Do Americans and Brits say chemically the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkɛməkli/ and the British form is /ˈkɛməkli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.