American English

How to pronounce traditionally

adverbB1Common word
truhDIHshuhnuhlee

/tʰɹəˈdɪ.ʃə.nə.li/

5 syllables · Stress the second syllable.

In a way based on customs or practices that have existed for a long time.

What to listen for

“Traditionally” is usually pronounced /tʰɹəˈdɪ.ʃə.nə.li/. In natural speech, you may also hear /tʰɹəˈdɪʃ.nə.li/, with the middle vowel omitted.

Usual pronunciation/tʰɹəˈdɪ.ʃə.nə.li/
Reduced pronunciation/tʰɹəˈdɪʃ.nə.li/
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Meanings & examples

adverb

In a way based on customs or practices that have existed for a long time.

The festival is traditionally held in July.

This dish is traditionally served with rice.

Common phrases & grammar

traditionally used · traditionally served · traditionally known · traditionally considered

traditionally + verb

be + traditionally + past participle

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