How to pronounce usually
Say it like YOO-zhuh-wuh-lee. Usually has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (YOO).
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- YOO
- zhuh
- wuh
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Usually pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- YOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- zhuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- wuhKeep 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 usually
- American English uses 4 syllables and British English 3.
British respelling: YOO-zhoor-lee.
What does usually mean?
- under normal conditions“usually she was late”
Where does usually come from?
From Middle English usualli, equivalent to usual + -ly.
Similar and opposite words
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Questions about saying usually
How do you pronounce usually?
Say YOO-zhuh-wuh-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈjuʒəwəli/. In British English it is /ˈjuːʒʊəli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in usually?
Usually has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (YOO). Broken into parts: YOO · zhuh · wuh · lee.
Is usually pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. American English uses 4 syllables and British English 3. The British form is /ˈjuːʒʊəli/ (YOO-zhoor-lee).