How to pronounce precipitously
Say it like prih-SIP-ih-tuh-slee. Precipitously has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SIP).
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- prih
- SIP
- ih
- tuh
- slee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Precipitously pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- prihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- SIPSay 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.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- sleeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of precipitously
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: prih-SIP-ih-tuh-slee.
What does precipitously mean?
- Abruptly, perilously, sharply, steeply, severely“In the west of Ireland, the Cliffs of Moher drop precipitously into the North Atlantic.”
- Abruptly; with no notice or ceremony: in a sudden or hasty manner, instantly, quickly.
- done with a lack of proper decorum, or without adequate thought, care or concern for consequenses.
Where does precipitously come from?
From precipitous + -ly.
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Questions about saying precipitously
How do you pronounce precipitously?
Say prih-SIP-ih-tuh-slee. The American pronunciation is /prɪˈsɪpɪtəsli/. In British English it is /prɪˈsɪpɪtəsli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in precipitously?
Precipitously has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SIP). Broken into parts: prih · SIP · ih · tuh · slee.
Is precipitously 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 /prɪˈsɪpɪtəsli/ (prih-SIP-ih-tuh-slee).