To pronounce "understandably", say UND-erst-and-ably — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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UND-erst-and-ably
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"understandably" has 4 syllables: und-erst-and-ably.
adverb
“Embarrassed, he understandably refused to speak.”
“When presenting in front of the class, take care to speak clearly and understandably.”
"Understandably" has 4 syllables: und · erst · and · ably.
Understandably: For reasons that are easy to understand or sympathise with.
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