How to pronounce exclusively
Say it like iks-KLOO-siv-lee. Exclusively has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KLOO).
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- iks
- KLOO
- siv
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Exclusively pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- iksKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- KLOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- sivKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of exclusively
American and British speakers say exclusively in essentially the same way: /ɪksˈklusɪvli/ in the US and /ɪksˈkluːsɪvli/ in the UK.
British respelling: iks-KLOO-siv-lee.
What does exclusively mean?
- without any others being included or involved“was entirely to blame”“a school devoted entirely to the needs of problem children”
Where does exclusively come from?
From Middle English exclusyvely; equivalent to exclusive + -ly.
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Words that rhyme with exclusively
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Questions about saying exclusively
How do you pronounce exclusively?
Say iks-KLOO-siv-lee. The American pronunciation is /ɪksˈklusɪvli/. In British English it is /ɪksˈkluːsɪvli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in exclusively?
Exclusively has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KLOO). Broken into parts: iks · KLOO · siv · lee.
Do Americans and Brits say exclusively the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɪksˈklusɪvli/ and the British form is /ɪksˈkluːsɪvli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.