How to pronounce flyby
Say it like FLY-by. Flyby has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FLY).
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- FLY
- by
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Flyby pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FLYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- byGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of flyby
American and British speakers say flyby in essentially the same way: /ˈflaɪˌbaɪ/ in the US and /ˈflaɪˌbaɪ/ in the UK.
British respelling: FLY-by.
What does flyby mean?
- A flight past a celestial object in order to make observations.“The upcoming flyby of Halley's comet is expected to provide new information on the nature of the comet.”
- A low-level ceremonial flight, typically in connection with an airshow or a military parade.
- A brief visit.
Where does flyby come from?
Deverbal from fly by.
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Questions about saying flyby
How do you pronounce flyby?
Say FLY-by. The American pronunciation is /ˈflaɪˌbaɪ/. In British English it is /ˈflaɪˌbaɪ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in flyby?
Flyby has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FLY). Broken into parts: FLY · by.
Do Americans and Brits say flyby the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈflaɪˌbaɪ/ and the British form is /ˈflaɪˌbaɪ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.