How to Pronounce "unofficially"
word
ənəˈfɪʃəɫi
uh-nuh-FISH-uh-lee
ʌnəfˈɪʃəlˌi
un-uh-FISH-uh-lee
Definition
In a way that is not formally approved, recognized, or authorized, but may be known or accepted informally.
IPA Transcription
American English
ənəˈfɪʃəɫi
British English
ʌnəfˈɪʃəlˌi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-nuh-FISH-uh-lee
UK
un-uh-FISH-uh-lee
Listen in Context
The results were announced unofficially before the meeting.
He is unofficially the leader of the group.
The store will unofficially open next week.
Unofficially, everyone knows they're dating even if they deny it.