How to pronounce offhandedly
Say it like ahf-HAN-dud-lee. Offhandedly has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (HAN).
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US American/ˌɑfˈhændədli/ahf-HAN-dud-lee
UK BritishNo British transcription yet. The audio still plays in this accent.
- ahf
- HAN
- dud
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Offhandedly pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ahfGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- HANSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- dudKeep 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.
What does offhandedly mean?
adverb
- In or with an offhand manner.
Where does offhandedly come from?
From offhanded + -ly.
Questions about saying offhandedly
How do you pronounce offhandedly?
Say ahf-HAN-dud-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˌɑfˈhændədli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in offhandedly?
Offhandedly has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (HAN). Broken into parts: ahf · HAN · dud · lee.