How to pronounce laterally
Say it like LAT-uh-ruh-lee. Laterally has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAT).
Click the play button next to American or British to hear how to pronounce laterally. Choose Slow to hear each sound clearly.
- LAT
- uh
- ruh
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Laterally pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LATSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- ruhKeep 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 laterally
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: LAT-uh-ruh-lee.
What does laterally mean?
- Done in a lateral manner.
- Relating to the direction to the side.
Where does laterally come from?
From lateral + -ly.
Questions about saying laterally
How do you pronounce laterally?
Say LAT-uh-ruh-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈlætərəli/. In British English it is /ˈlætərəli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in laterally?
Laterally has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAT). Broken into parts: LAT · uh · ruh · lee.
Is laterally 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 /ˈlætərəli/ (LAT-uh-ruh-lee).