How to pronounce fatally
Say it like FAY-tuh-lee. Fatally has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FAY).
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- FAY
- tuh
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Fatally pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- tuhKeep 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 fatally
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: FAY-tuh-lee.
What does fatally mean?
- In a deadly manner; lethally.
- Ultimately, with finality or irrevocability, moving towards the demise of something.
- Fatedly; according to the dictates of fate or doom.
Where does fatally come from?
From fatal + -ly.
Questions about saying fatally
How do you pronounce fatally?
Say FAY-tuh-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈfeɪtəli/. In British English it is /ˈfeɪtəli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in fatally?
Fatally has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FAY). Broken into parts: FAY · tuh · lee.
Is fatally pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈfeɪtəli/ (FAY-tuh-lee).