How to Pronounce Negatively

To pronounce "negatively", say NEG-at-iv-ely — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

NEG-at-iv-ely

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💡 Tip for remembering “negatively”

"negatively" has 4 syllables: neg-at-iv-ely.

What does negatively mean?

adverb

  1. In a negative manner; so as to be damaging or not positive.
  2. (responding to a question, proposal, vote, etc.) In the negative; with the answer “no.”

Antonyms

positivelyaffirmatively

Related words

badunfavourablypassivelybadlyadversedetrimentallyadverselytoll

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "negatively"?▾

"Negatively" has 4 syllables: neg · at · iv · ely.

What does "negatively" mean?▾

Negatively: In a negative manner; so as to be damaging or not positive.

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