How to pronounce structurally
Say it like STRUHK-chuh-ruh-lee. Structurally has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STRUHK).
- STRUHK
- chuh
- ruh
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Structurally pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- STRUHKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- chuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- ruhKeep 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 structurally
American and British speakers say structurally in essentially the same way: /ˈstrʌktʃərəli/ in the US and /ˈstrʌktʃərəli/ in the UK.
British respelling: STRUHK-chuh-ruh-lee.
What does structurally mean?
- In terms of structure.“After the hurricane, the building was structurally sound but aesthetically displeasing.”
Where does structurally come from?
From structural + -ly.
Questions about saying structurally
How do you pronounce structurally?
Say STRUHK-chuh-ruh-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈstrʌktʃərəli/. In British English it is /ˈstrʌktʃərəli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in structurally?
Structurally has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STRUHK). Broken into parts: STRUHK · chuh · ruh · lee.
Do Americans and Brits say structurally the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈstrʌktʃərəli/ and the British form is /ˈstrʌktʃərəli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.