How to Pronounce "unfortunately"
word
/ənˈfɔɹtʃənətɫi/
uhn-FOR-chuh-nit-lee
/ʌnfˈɔːtʃənətli/
uhn-FAW-chuh-nit-lee
Definition
Used to say that something is sad, disappointing, or unlucky. It introduces bad news or a negative result.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ənˈfɔɹtʃənətɫi/
British English
/ʌnfˈɔːtʃənətli/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uhn-FOR-chuh-nit-lee
UK
uhn-FAW-chuh-nit-lee
Listen in Context
Unfortunately, the store is closed today.
He studied a lot, but unfortunately he failed the test.
Unfortunately, we don't have enough time.
I wanted to come, but unfortunately something came up at work.