How to pronounce vicariously
Say it like vy-KUR-ee-uh-slee. Vicariously has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KUR).
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- vy
- KUR
- ee
- uh
- slee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Vicariously pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- vyKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- KURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- sleeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of vicariously
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: vy-KUR-ee-uh-slee.
What does vicariously mean?
- In a vicarious manner; indirectly; as, by, or through a substitute; by proxy.
Where does vicariously come from?
From vicarious + -ly (adverbial suffix).
Questions about saying vicariously
How do you pronounce vicariously?
Say vy-KUR-ee-uh-slee. The American pronunciation is /vaɪˈkɝiəsli/. In British English it is /vaɪˈkɜːiəsli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in vicariously?
Vicariously has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KUR). Broken into parts: vy · KUR · ee · uh · slee.
Is vicariously 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 /vaɪˈkɜːiəsli/ (vy-KUR-ee-uh-slee).