How to pronounce linearly
Say it like LIN-ee-er-lee. Linearly has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LIN).
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- LIN
- ee
- er
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Linearly pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LINSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of linearly
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: LIN-ee-uh-lee.
What does linearly mean?
- In a linear manner.
- In a straight line.
- Sequentially in time; chronologically.
Where does linearly come from?
From linear + -ly.
Questions about saying linearly
How do you pronounce linearly?
Say LIN-ee-er-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈlɪniɚli/. In British English it is /ˈlɪniəli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in linearly?
Linearly has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LIN). Broken into parts: LIN · ee · er · lee.
Is linearly 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 /ˈlɪniəli/ (LIN-ee-uh-lee).