How to pronounce sagely
Say it like SAYJ-lee. Sagely has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAYJ).
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- SAYJ
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sagely pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SAYJSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of sagely
American and British speakers say sagely in essentially the same way: /ˈseɪdʒli/ in the US and /ˈseɪdʒli/ in the UK.
British respelling: SAYJ-lee.
What does sagely mean?
- In the manner of a sage, with wisdom, wisely; sagacious.
- Resembling or characteristic of a sage.
Where does sagely come from?
From Middle English sagely, sagilly, equivalent to sage + -ly (adverbial suffix).
Questions about saying sagely
How do you pronounce sagely?
Say SAYJ-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈseɪdʒli/. In British English it is /ˈseɪdʒli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sagely?
Sagely has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAYJ). Broken into parts: SAYJ · lee.
Do Americans and Brits say sagely the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈseɪdʒli/ and the British form is /ˈseɪdʒli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.