How to pronounce clumsily
Say it like KLUHM-suh-lee. Clumsily has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLUHM).
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- KLUHM
- suh
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Clumsily pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KLUHMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- suhKeep 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 clumsily
American and British speakers say clumsily in essentially the same way: /ˈklʌmsəli/ in the US and /ˈklʌmsəli/ in the UK.
British respelling: KLUHM-suh-lee.
What does clumsily mean?
- In a clumsy manner or way; without care or finesse, often hurriedly or awkwardly.
Where does clumsily come from?
From clumsy + -ly.
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Questions about saying clumsily
How do you pronounce clumsily?
Say KLUHM-suh-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈklʌmsəli/. In British English it is /ˈklʌmsəli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in clumsily?
Clumsily has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLUHM). Broken into parts: KLUHM · suh · lee.
Do Americans and Brits say clumsily the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈklʌmsəli/ and the British form is /ˈklʌmsəli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.