How to pronounce partially
Say it like PAR-shuh-lee. Partially has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAR).
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- PAR
- shuh
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Partially pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- shuhKeep 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 partially
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PAH-shuh-lee.
What does partially mean?
- to some extent; in some degree; not wholly“I felt partly to blame”“He was partially paralyzed”
Where does partially come from?
From partial + -ly.
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Questions about saying partially
How do you pronounce partially?
Say PAR-shuh-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɑrʃəli/. In British English it is /ˈpɑːʃəli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in partially?
Partially has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAR). Broken into parts: PAR · shuh · lee.
Is partially 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 /ˈpɑːʃəli/ (PAH-shuh-lee).