How to pronounce reflexively
Say it like ree-FLEK-siv-lee. Reflexively has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FLEK).
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- ree
- FLEK
- siv
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Reflexively pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- reeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- FLEKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- sivKeep 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 reflexively
American and British speakers say reflexively in essentially the same way: /riˈflɛksɪvli/ in the US and /riˈflɛksɪvli/ in the UK.
British respelling: ree-FLEK-siv-lee.
What does reflexively mean?
- In a reflexive manner.
- By reflex, automatically, without conscious thought.“Reflexively he opened his mouth to breathe, forgetting he was underwater.”
Where does reflexively come from?
From reflexive + -ly.
Questions about saying reflexively
How do you pronounce reflexively?
Say ree-FLEK-siv-lee. The American pronunciation is /riˈflɛksɪvli/. In British English it is /riˈflɛksɪvli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in reflexively?
Reflexively has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FLEK). Broken into parts: ree · FLEK · siv · lee.
Do Americans and Brits say reflexively the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /riˈflɛksɪvli/ and the British form is /riˈflɛksɪvli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.