How to pronounce genetically
Say it like juh-NET-ih-klee. Genetically has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NET).
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- juh
- NET
- ih
- klee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Genetically pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- juhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- NETSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- kleeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of genetically
- American English uses 4 syllables and British English 5.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: juh-NET-ih-kuh-lee.
What does genetically mean?
- by genetic mechanisms“genetically passed down talents”
Where does genetically come from?
From genetic + -ally or genetical + -ly.
Words that rhyme with genetically
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of genetically.
- aesthetically
- alphabetically
- hypothetically
- energetically
- phonetically
- poetically
- synthetically
- apologetically
- cosmetically
Questions about saying genetically
How do you pronounce genetically?
Say juh-NET-ih-klee. The American pronunciation is /dʒəˈnɛtɪkli/. In British English it is /dʒəˈnɛtɪkəli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in genetically?
Genetically has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NET). Broken into parts: juh · NET · ih · klee.
Is genetically pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. American English uses 4 syllables and British English 5. The British form is /dʒəˈnɛtɪkəli/ (juh-NET-ih-kuh-lee).