How to pronounce whimsically
Say it like WIM-zih-klee. Whimsically has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WIM).
- WIM
- zih
- klee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Whimsically pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WIMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- zihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- kleeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of whimsically
American and British speakers say whimsically in essentially the same way: /ˈwɪmzɪkli/ in the US and /ˈwɪmzɪkli/ in the UK.
British respelling: WIM-zih-klee.
What does whimsically mean?
- in a whimsical manner
Where does whimsically come from?
From whimsical + -ly.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- fancifully
Questions about saying whimsically
How do you pronounce whimsically?
Say WIM-zih-klee. The American pronunciation is /ˈwɪmzɪkli/. In British English it is /ˈwɪmzɪkli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in whimsically?
Whimsically has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WIM). Broken into parts: WIM · zih · klee.
Do Americans and Brits say whimsically the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈwɪmzɪkli/ and the British form is /ˈwɪmzɪkli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.