How to pronounce publically
Say it like PUHB-lih-klee. Publically has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PUHB).
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- PUHB
- lih
- klee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Publically pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PUHBSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- lihKeep 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 publically
American and British speakers say publically in essentially the same way: /ˈpʌblɪkli/ in the US and /ˈpʌblɪkli/ in the UK.
British respelling: PUHB-lih-klee.
What does publically mean?
- Rare spelling of publicly.
Where does publically come from?
From public + -ally.
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Questions about saying publically
How do you pronounce publically?
Say PUHB-lih-klee. The American pronunciation is /ˈpʌblɪkli/. In British English it is /ˈpʌblɪkli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in publically?
Publically has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PUHB). Broken into parts: PUHB · lih · klee.
Do Americans and Brits say publically the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈpʌblɪkli/ and the British form is /ˈpʌblɪkli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as publically?
Publically sounds the same as publicly in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.