How to pronounce viciously
Say it like VISH-uh-slee. Viciously has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VISH).
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- VISH
- uh
- slee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Viciously pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- VISHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- 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 viciously
American and British speakers say viciously in essentially the same way: /ˈvɪʃəsli/ in the US and /ˈvɪʃəsli/ in the UK.
British respelling: VISH-uh-slee.
What does viciously mean?
- In a vicious manner; ferociously or maliciously.
Where does viciously come from?
From Middle English viciously; equivalent to vicious + -ly.
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Questions about saying viciously
How do you pronounce viciously?
Say VISH-uh-slee. The American pronunciation is /ˈvɪʃəsli/. In British English it is /ˈvɪʃəsli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in viciously?
Viciously has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VISH). Broken into parts: VISH · uh · slee.
Do Americans and Brits say viciously the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈvɪʃəsli/ and the British form is /ˈvɪʃəsli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.