How to pronounce patently
Say it like PAT-unt-lee. Patently has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAT).
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- PAT
- unt
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Patently pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PATSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- untKeep 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 patently
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: PAY-tunt-lee.
What does patently mean?
- In a clear and unambiguous manner.
- Outspread, or spreading at right angles to the axis.“abaxial surface patently pilose-puberulous”
Where does patently come from?
From patent + -ly.
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Questions about saying patently
How do you pronounce patently?
Say PAT-unt-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈpætəntli/. In British English it is /ˈpeɪtəntli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in patently?
Patently has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAT). Broken into parts: PAT · unt · lee.
Is patently pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈpeɪtəntli/ (PAY-tunt-lee).