To pronounce "substantially", say SUBST-ant-ially — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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SUBST-ant-ially
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"substantially" has 3 syllables: subst-ant-ially. It rhymes with circumstantially and financially, if that helps it stick.
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"Substantially" has 3 syllables: subst · ant · ially.
Substantially: In a strong substantial manner; considerably.
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