How to pronounce principally
Say it like PRIN-sih-plee. Principally has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PRIN).
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- PRIN
- sih
- plee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Principally pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PRINSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- sihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- pleeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of principally
American and British speakers say principally in essentially the same way: /ˈprɪnsɪpli/ in the US and /ˈprɪnsɪpli/ in the UK.
British respelling: PRIN-sih-plee.
What does principally mean?
- In a primary manner; pertaining to the principal of a matter.
Where does principally come from?
From Middle English principaly.
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Questions about saying principally
How do you pronounce principally?
Say PRIN-sih-plee. The American pronunciation is /ˈprɪnsɪpli/. In British English it is /ˈprɪnsɪpli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in principally?
Principally has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PRIN). Broken into parts: PRIN · sih · plee.
Do Americans and Brits say principally the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈprɪnsɪpli/ and the British form is /ˈprɪnsɪpli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.