How to pronounce specifically
Say it like spuh-SIF-ih-klee. Specifically has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SIF).
- spuh
- SIF
- ih
- klee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Specifically pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- spuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- SIFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ihKeep 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 specifically
American and British speakers say specifically in essentially the same way: /spəˈsɪfɪkli/ in the US and /spɪˈsɪfɪkli/ in the UK.
British respelling: spih-SIF-ih-klee.
What does specifically mean?
- In a specific manner, applying to or naming a particular thing or things, expressly, explicitly.
- For a specific purpose or reason.
Where does specifically come from?
From specific + -ally.
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Words that rhyme with specifically
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Questions about saying specifically
How do you pronounce specifically?
Say spuh-SIF-ih-klee. The American pronunciation is /spəˈsɪfɪkli/. In British English it is /spɪˈsɪfɪkli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in specifically?
Specifically has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SIF). Broken into parts: spuh · SIF · ih · klee.
Do Americans and Brits say specifically the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /spəˈsɪfɪkli/ and the British form is /spɪˈsɪfɪkli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.