How to Pronounce "instinctively"
word
ˌɪnˈstɪŋktɪvˌɫi
in-STINGK-tiv-lee
ɪnstˈɪŋktɪvli
in-STINGK-tiv-lee
Definition
Done in a way that comes naturally, without thinking or planning, as a result of instinct.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪnˈstɪŋktɪvˌɫi
British English
ɪnstˈɪŋktɪvli
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-STINGK-tiv-lee
UK
in-STINGK-tiv-lee
Listen in Context
She instinctively reached out to catch the falling cup.
He instinctively knew something was wrong.
The dog instinctively barked at the stranger.
I instinctively moved out of the way when the ball flew at me.