How to pronounce exquisitely
Say it like ek-SKWIZ-it-lee. Exquisitely has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SKWIZ).
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- ek
- SKWIZ
- it
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Exquisitely pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ekGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- SKWIZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- itKeep 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 exquisitely
American and British speakers say exquisitely in essentially the same way: /ˌɛkˈskwɪzɪtli/ in the US and /ˌɛkˈskwɪzɪtli/ in the UK.
British respelling: ek-SKWIZ-it-lee.
What does exquisitely mean?
- In an exquisite manner.
- Exceedingly; in the highest degree.
Where does exquisitely come from?
From exquisite + -ly.
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Questions about saying exquisitely
How do you pronounce exquisitely?
Say ek-SKWIZ-it-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˌɛkˈskwɪzɪtli/. In British English it is /ˌɛkˈskwɪzɪtli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in exquisitely?
Exquisitely has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SKWIZ). Broken into parts: ek · SKWIZ · it · lee.
Do Americans and Brits say exquisitely the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌɛkˈskwɪzɪtli/ and the British form is /ˌɛkˈskwɪzɪtli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.