How to pronounce prolifically
Say it like proh-LIF-ih-klee. Prolifically has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LIF).
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- proh
- LIF
- ih
- klee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Prolifically pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- prohKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- LIFSay 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.
- kleeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of prolifically
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: proh-LIF-ih-klee.
What does prolifically mean?
- In a prolific manner, or to a prolific extent; abundantly.
Where does prolifically come from?
From prolific + -ally.
Words that rhyme with prolifically
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Questions about saying prolifically
How do you pronounce prolifically?
Say proh-LIF-ih-klee. The American pronunciation is /proʊˈlɪfɪkli/. In British English it is /prəʊˈlɪfɪkli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in prolifically?
Prolifically has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LIF). Broken into parts: proh · LIF · ih · klee.
Is prolifically pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /prəʊˈlɪfɪkli/ (proh-LIF-ih-klee).