How to pronounce naturedly
Say it like NAY-cherd-lee. Naturedly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NAY).
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- NAY
- cherd
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Naturedly pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- cherdKeep 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 naturedly
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: NAY-chud-lee.
What does naturedly mean?
- With a certain nature, in a certain manner
Where does naturedly come from?
From natured + -ly.
Questions about saying naturedly
How do you pronounce naturedly?
Say NAY-cherd-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈneɪtʃɚdli/. In British English it is /ˈneɪtʃədli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in naturedly?
Naturedly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NAY). Broken into parts: NAY · cherd · lee.
Is naturedly 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 /ˈneɪtʃədli/ (NAY-chud-lee).