How to pronounce preclusively
Say it like preh-KLOO-siv-lee. Preclusively has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KLOO).
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- preh
- KLOO
- siv
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Preclusively pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- prehKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- KLOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- sivKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- leeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of preclusively
American and British speakers say preclusively in essentially the same way: /prɛˈklusɪvˌli/ in the US and /prɛˈkluːsɪvˌliː/ in the UK.
British respelling: preh-KLOO-siv-lee.
What does preclusively mean?
- In a preclusive manner; preventively.
Where does preclusively come from?
From preclusive + -ly.
Words that rhyme with preclusively
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Questions about saying preclusively
How do you pronounce preclusively?
Say preh-KLOO-siv-lee. The American pronunciation is /prɛˈklusɪvˌli/. In British English it is /prɛˈkluːsɪvˌliː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in preclusively?
Preclusively has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KLOO). Broken into parts: preh · KLOO · siv · lee.
Do Americans and Brits say preclusively the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /prɛˈklusɪvˌli/ and the British form is /prɛˈkluːsɪvˌliː/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.