How to Pronounce "practically"
word
/ˈpɹæktɪkəɫi/
PRAK-ti-kuh-lee
/pɹˈæktɪkli/
PRAK-tik-lee
Definition
Used to mean almost or nearly, especially when something is very close to being true or complete. It can also mean in a practical, real way rather than a theoretical one, though this use is less common in everyday speech.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpɹæktɪkəɫi/
British English
/pɹˈæktɪkli/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PRAK-ti-kuh-lee
UK
PRAK-tik-lee
Listen in Context
The shop is practically empty today.
I practically forgot my keys.
This answer is practically correct.
By the time we got there, the concert was practically over.