How to pronounce minutely
Say it like MIN-ut-lee. Minutely has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MIN).
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- MIN
- ut
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Minutely pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MINSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- utKeep 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 minutely
American and British speakers say minutely in essentially the same way: /ˈmɪnətli/ in the US and /ˈmɪnətli/ in the UK.
British respelling: MIN-ut-lee.
What does minutely mean?
- With attention to tiny details.
- On a minute scale.
- Happening every minute.
- Continuing; unceasing.
Where does minutely come from?
From minute + -ly.
Questions about saying minutely
How do you pronounce minutely?
Say MIN-ut-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɪnətli/. In British English it is /ˈmɪnətli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in minutely?
Minutely has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MIN). Broken into parts: MIN · ut · lee.
Do Americans and Brits say minutely the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈmɪnətli/ and the British form is /ˈmɪnətli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.