How to pronounce markedly
Say it like MAR-kud-lee. Markedly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAR).
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- MAR
- kud
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Markedly pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- kudKeep 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 markedly
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MAH-kid-lee.
What does markedly mean?
- In a marked manner; distinctly, noticeably, conspicuously.“Being markedly different as a teenager can get you taunted; as an adult it can make you famous.”
Where does markedly come from?
From marked + -ly.
Questions about saying markedly
How do you pronounce markedly?
Say MAR-kud-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɑrkədli/. In British English it is /ˈmɑːkɪdli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in markedly?
Markedly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAR). Broken into parts: MAR · kud · lee.
Is markedly 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 /ˈmɑːkɪdli/ (MAH-kid-lee).