How to Pronounce "regrettably"
word
ɹɪˈɡɹɛtəbɫi
ri-GRET-uh-blee
ɹɪɡɹˈɛtəbli
ri-gret-UH-blee
Definition
Used to say that something is sad or disappointing. It introduces bad news in a polite or formal way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɹɪˈɡɹɛtəbɫi
British English
ɹɪɡɹˈɛtəbli
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-GRET-uh-blee
UK
ri-gret-UH-blee
Listen in Context
Regrettably, we have to cancel the event.
Regrettably, I cannot attend your party.
Regrettably, the package was lost in transit.
Regrettably, that's all the time we have for today.