To pronounce "characteristically", say CHAR-act-er-ist-ic-ally — 6 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
characteristically
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"characteristically" has 6 syllables: char-act-er-ist-ic-ally. It rhymes with realistically and optimistically, if that helps it stick.
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"Characteristically" has 6 syllables: char · act · er · ist · ic · ally.
Characteristically: In a usual or expected way; in characteristic manner.
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