How to pronounce metaphorically
Say it like met-uh-FOR-ih-klee. Metaphorically has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (FOR).
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US American/ˌmɛtəˈfɔrɪkli/met-uh-FOR-ih-klee
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- met
- uh
- FOR
- ih
- klee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Metaphorically pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- metGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- FORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- 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.
What does metaphorically mean?
adverb
- In a metaphorical manner; not literally; by means of metaphor.“He conveyed his teachings metaphorically.”
- Used to draw attention that what follows is a metaphor, not to be taken literally“Metaphorically, he was crushed.”
Where does metaphorically come from?
From metaphorical + -ly.
Words that rhyme with metaphorically
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Questions about saying metaphorically
How do you pronounce metaphorically?
Say met-uh-FOR-ih-klee. The American pronunciation is /ˌmɛtəˈfɔrɪkli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in metaphorically?
Metaphorically has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (FOR). Broken into parts: met · uh · FOR · ih · klee.