How to pronounce preemptively
Say it like pree-EMP-tiv-lee. Preemptively has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (EMP).
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- pree
- EMP
- tiv
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Preemptively pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- preeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- EMPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- tivKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of preemptively
American and British speakers say preemptively in essentially the same way: /priˈɛmptɪvli/ in the US and /priˈɛmptɪvli/ in the UK.
British respelling: pree-EMP-tiv-lee.
What does preemptively mean?
- In a preemptive manner.
Where does preemptively come from?
From preemptive + -ly.
Questions about saying preemptively
How do you pronounce preemptively?
Say pree-EMP-tiv-lee. The American pronunciation is /priˈɛmptɪvli/. In British English it is /priˈɛmptɪvli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in preemptively?
Preemptively has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (EMP). Broken into parts: pree · EMP · tiv · lee.
Do Americans and Brits say preemptively the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /priˈɛmptɪvli/ and the British form is /priˈɛmptɪvli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.