How to pronounce warningly
Say it like WOR-ning-lee. Warningly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WOR).
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- WOR
- ning
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Warningly pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- ningKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of warningly
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WAW-ning-lee.
What does warningly mean?
- In a warning manner; in such a way as to warn.
Where does warningly come from?
From warning + -ly.
Questions about saying warningly
How do you pronounce warningly?
Say WOR-ning-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈwɔrnɪŋli/. In British English it is /ˈwɔːnɪŋli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in warningly?
Warningly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WOR). Broken into parts: WOR · ning · lee.
Is warningly 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 /ˈwɔːnɪŋli/ (WAW-ning-lee).