How to pronounce circumspectly
Say it like SUR-kum-spektl. Circumspectly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SUR).
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- SUR
- kum
- spektl
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Circumspectly pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- kumKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- spektlKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of circumspectly
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SUR-kum-spektl.
What does circumspectly mean?
- In a circumspect manner; with consideration for all that is pertinent.
Where does circumspectly come from?
From circumspect + -ly.
Questions about saying circumspectly
How do you pronounce circumspectly?
Say SUR-kum-spektl. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɝkəmspɛktl/. In British English it is /ˈsɜːkəmspɛktl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in circumspectly?
Circumspectly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SUR). Broken into parts: SUR · kum · spektl.
Is circumspectly 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 /ˈsɜːkəmspɛktl/ (SUR-kum-spektl).