How to pronounce objectively
Say it like ob-JEK-tiv-lee. Objectively has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (JEK).
- ob
- JEK
- tiv
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Objectively pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- obKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- JEKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- tivKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of objectively
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: ob-JEK-tiv-lee.
What does objectively mean?
- In an impartial, objective manner.
- Without question, without a doubt, definitely, indisputably, not meriting discussion or argument.
Where does objectively come from?
From objective + -ly.
Similar and opposite words
Opposite meaning
- subjectively
Words that rhyme with objectively
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Questions about saying objectively
How do you pronounce objectively?
Say ob-JEK-tiv-lee. The American pronunciation is /ɑbˈdʒɛktɪvli/. In British English it is /ɒbˈdʒɛktɪvli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in objectively?
Objectively has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (JEK). Broken into parts: ob · JEK · tiv · lee.
Is objectively pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ɒbˈdʒɛktɪvli/ (ob-JEK-tiv-lee).