How to pronounce vocally
Say it like VOH-kuh-lee. Vocally has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VOH).
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- VOH
- kuh
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Vocally pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- VOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- kuhKeep 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 vocally
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: VOH-kuh-lee.
What does vocally mean?
- In a vocal manner.“Passengers complained long and vocally about the timetable changes.”
- Using words.“The infant responded vocally to the first stimulus in the study.”
Where does vocally come from?
From vocal + -ly.
Words that rhyme with vocally
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of vocally.
Questions about saying vocally
How do you pronounce vocally?
Say VOH-kuh-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈvoʊkəli/. In British English it is /ˈvəʊkəli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in vocally?
Vocally has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VOH). Broken into parts: VOH · kuh · lee.
Is vocally pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈvəʊkəli/ (VOH-kuh-lee).