How to pronounce rationally
Say it like RASH-uh-nuh-lee. Rationally has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RASH).
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- RASH
- uh
- nuh
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rationally pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RASHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- nuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of rationally
American and British speakers say rationally in essentially the same way: /ˈræʃənəli/ in the US and /ˈræʃənəli/ in the UK.
British respelling: RASH-uh-nuh-lee.
What does rationally mean?
- In a rational manner
Where does rationally come from?
From rational + -ly.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with rationally
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Questions about saying rationally
How do you pronounce rationally?
Say RASH-uh-nuh-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈræʃənəli/. In British English it is /ˈræʃənəli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rationally?
Rationally has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RASH). Broken into parts: RASH · uh · nuh · lee.
Do Americans and Brits say rationally the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈræʃənəli/ and the British form is /ˈræʃənəli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.