How to pronounce obliquely
Say it like uh-BLEE-klee. Obliquely has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BLEE).
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- uh
- BLEE
- klee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Obliquely pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- BLEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- kleeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of obliquely
American and British speakers say obliquely in essentially the same way: /əˈblikli/ in the US and /əˈbliːkli/ in the UK.
British respelling: uh-BLEE-klee.
What does obliquely mean?
- In an oblique manner; sideways.
Where does obliquely come from?
From oblique + -ly.
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Words that rhyme with obliquely
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Questions about saying obliquely
How do you pronounce obliquely?
Say uh-BLEE-klee. The American pronunciation is /əˈblikli/. In British English it is /əˈbliːkli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in obliquely?
Obliquely has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BLEE). Broken into parts: uh · BLEE · klee.
Do Americans and Brits say obliquely the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /əˈblikli/ and the British form is /əˈbliːkli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.