How to pronounce forcedly
Say it like FOR-sid-lee. Forcedly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FOR).
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- FOR
- sid
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Forcedly pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- sidKeep 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 forcedly
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: FAW-sid-lee.
What does forcedly mean?
- In a manner that is, or seems, forced.
Where does forcedly come from?
From forced + -ly.
Questions about saying forcedly
How do you pronounce forcedly?
Say FOR-sid-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈfɔrsɪdli/. In British English it is /ˈfɔːsɪdli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in forcedly?
Forcedly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FOR). Broken into parts: FOR · sid · lee.
Is forcedly pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈfɔːsɪdli/ (FAW-sid-lee).