How to Pronounce Principally

To pronounce "principally", say PRINC-ip-ally — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

11

Letters

PRINC-ip-ally

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💡 Tip for remembering “principally”

"principally" has 3 syllables: princ-ip-ally.

What does principally mean?

adverb

  1. In a primary manner; pertaining to the principal of a matter.

Synonyms

chieflymainlymostly

Related words

primarilychieflymainlyprimarymaincruciallygenerallyimportantly

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How many syllables are in "principally"?▾

"Principally" has 3 syllables: princ · ip · ally.

What does "principally" mean?▾

Principally: In a primary manner; pertaining to the principal of a matter.

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