How to pronounce satisfactorily
Say it like sat-is-FAK-truh-lee. Satisfactorily has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (FAK).
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- sat
- is
- FAK
- truh
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Satisfactorily pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- satGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- isKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- FAKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- truhKeep 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 satisfactorily
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: sat-is-FAK-truh-lee.
What does satisfactorily mean?
- In a satisfactory manner, in a manner adequate to requirements.
Where does satisfactorily come from?
From satisfactory + -ly.
Questions about saying satisfactorily
How do you pronounce satisfactorily?
Say sat-is-FAK-truh-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˌsætɪsˈfæktrəli/. In British English it is /ˌsætɪsˈfæktrəli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in satisfactorily?
Satisfactorily has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (FAK). Broken into parts: sat · is · FAK · truh · lee.
Is satisfactorily pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˌsætɪsˈfæktrəli/ (sat-is-FAK-truh-lee).