How to pronounce impressively
Say it like im-PRES-iv-lee. Impressively has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PRES).
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- im
- PRES
- iv
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Impressively pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- imGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- PRESSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ivKeep 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 impressively
American and British speakers say impressively in essentially the same way: /ˌɪmˈprɛsɪvli/ in the US and /ˌɪmˈprɛsɪvli/ in the UK.
British respelling: im-PRES-iv-lee.
What does impressively mean?
- In an impressive manner; forcibly.
Where does impressively come from?
From impressive + -ly.
Words that rhyme with impressively
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of impressively.
Questions about saying impressively
How do you pronounce impressively?
Say im-PRES-iv-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˌɪmˈprɛsɪvli/. In British English it is /ˌɪmˈprɛsɪvli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in impressively?
Impressively has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PRES). Broken into parts: im · PRES · iv · lee.
Do Americans and Brits say impressively the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌɪmˈprɛsɪvli/ and the British form is /ˌɪmˈprɛsɪvli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.