How to pronounce physically
Say it like FIZ-ih-kuh-lee. Physically has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FIZ).
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- FIZ
- ih
- kuh
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Physically pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FIZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- kuhKeep 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 physically
American and British speakers say physically in essentially the same way: /ˈfɪzɪkəli/ in the US and /ˈfɪzɪkəli/ in the UK.
British respelling: FIZ-ih-kuh-lee.
What does physically mean?
- in accord with physical laws“it is physically impossible”
Where does physically come from?
From physic + -ally or physical + -ly.
Questions about saying physically
How do you pronounce physically?
Say FIZ-ih-kuh-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈfɪzɪkəli/. In British English it is /ˈfɪzɪkəli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in physically?
Physically has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FIZ). Broken into parts: FIZ · ih · kuh · lee.
Do Americans and Brits say physically the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈfɪzɪkəli/ and the British form is /ˈfɪzɪkəli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.