How to pronounce symmetrically
Say it like suh-MET-rih-klee. Symmetrically has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MET).
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- suh
- MET
- rih
- klee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Symmetrically pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- suhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- METSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- rihKeep 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 symmetrically
American and British speakers say symmetrically in essentially the same way: /səˈmɛtrɪkli/ in the US and /səˈmɛtrɪkli/ in the UK.
British respelling: suh-MET-rih-klee.
What does symmetrically mean?
- In a symmetrical manner; so as to show symmetry
Where does symmetrically come from?
From symmetrical + -ly.
Words that rhyme with symmetrically
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Questions about saying symmetrically
How do you pronounce symmetrically?
Say suh-MET-rih-klee. The American pronunciation is /səˈmɛtrɪkli/. In British English it is /səˈmɛtrɪkli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in symmetrically?
Symmetrically has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MET). Broken into parts: suh · MET · rih · klee.
Do Americans and Brits say symmetrically the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /səˈmɛtrɪkli/ and the British form is /səˈmɛtrɪkli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.