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