How to pronounce terminally
Say it like TUR-muh-nuh-lee. Terminally has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TUR).
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- TUR
- muh
- nuh
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Terminally pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- nuhKeep 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 terminally
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TUR-muh-nuh-lee.
What does terminally mean?
- In a terminal manner.
- Leading to death; lasting until death.“terminally ill”
- To the target.“terminally guided”
Where does terminally come from?
From terminal + -ly.
Questions about saying terminally
How do you pronounce terminally?
Say TUR-muh-nuh-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈtɝmənəli/. In British English it is /ˈtɜːmənəli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in terminally?
Terminally has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TUR). Broken into parts: TUR · muh · nuh · lee.
Is terminally pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈtɜːmənəli/ (TUR-muh-nuh-lee).