How to Pronounce "by way of"
expression
BY WAY-uhv
by WAY-ov
Definition
Used to show the method for reaching a place, doing something, or as a way to introduce or explain something; sometimes used to mean 'as' (in the sense of introduction).
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbaɪ/ /ˈweɪ/ /ˈəv
British English
bˈaɪ/ /wˈeɪ/ /ˈɒv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BY WAY-uhv
UK
by WAY-ov
Listen in Context
We traveled to Italy by way of France.
She gave examples by way of explanation.
He started his speech by way of introduction.
Let me tell you a funny story by way of breaking the ice.