How to Pronounce "terrifically"
word
tɝˈɪfɪkɫi
ter-IF-ik-lee
təɹˈɪfɪkli
tuh-RIF-ik-lee
Definition
Used to mean 'very' or 'extremely,' often to emphasize a positive quality; it can also sometimes mean 'in a terrible way,' but this is much less common.
IPA Transcription
American English
tɝˈɪfɪkɫi
British English
təɹˈɪfɪkli
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ter-IF-ik-lee
UK
tuh-RIF-ik-lee
Listen in Context
She is terrifically talented at drawing.
The food was terrifically delicious.
He is terrifically excited about his new job.
The kids were terrifically noisy all afternoon.