5 syllables: Sta, tis, ti, cal, ly. Stress on tis.
stuh-TIS-tik-uh-lee
/stəˈtɪstɪkəli/
Statistically is pronounced stuh-TIS-tik-uh-lee (/stəˈtɪstɪkəli/). It has five syllables (Sta-tis-ti-cal-ly), with the stress on "tis". Statistically is an adverb meaning in a way that relates to statistics or based on statistical analysis. It often marks that a conclusion or statement is derived from data, tests, or probability calculations, typically used to describe evidence or likelihood. In speech, it carries a secondary stress pattern that can affect surrounding phrasing.
adverbStatistically is an adverb meaning in a way that relates to statistics or based on statistical analysis. It often marks that a conclusion or statement is derived from data, tests, or probability calculations, typically used to describe evidence or likelihood. In speech, it carries a secondary stress pattern that can affect surrounding phrasing.
"The results are statistically significant, indicating a real effect rather than random chance."
"Statistically, the sample overrepresents urban areas, which may bias the conclusions."
"She stated statistically that the model predicts outcomes with 95% confidence."
Statistically is pronounced /ˈstæ.tɪ.stɪ.kli/ (US/UK) and /ˈstæ.tɪ.stɪ.kli/ (AU). Primary stress on the first syllable sta-, with secondary tempo on -tis- and -cal-. The sequence tɪ.stɪ involves a short, crisp 't' followed by a short 'i' as in 'sit' and a light 'klɪ' ending. Imagine saying 'STAH-tih-STIH-klee' with even, rapid syllables. Audio resources: Cambridge and Oxford dictionaries provide listening examples; Pronounce can offer native pronunciations for comparison.
Common errors:1) Over-emphasizing the later syllables, making it 'stat-is-ti-CA-ly.' 2) Slurring the 'ti' into 'st' leading to 'stat-sti-kli' or 'statis-ti-kli.' 3) Misplacing the primary stress, saying 'sta-TIS-ti-cally' or 'statis-TI-cally.' Correction tips: keep the primary stress on the first 'sta' syllable, practice crisp 'ti' and 'sti' transitions, and enunciate the final 'kli' as a clean 'klee' cluster. Use minimal pairs to drill: sta- vs. statis- vs. statistically with natural rhythm.
US/UK share /ˈstæ.tɪ.stɪ.kli/ with strong first syllable but rhoticity varies; US non-rhotic tendencies in careful speech may slightly reduce r-like qualities around vowels, while UK tends to crisper T and final syllable; Australian often reduces vowel quality slightly and maintains non-rhoticity similar to UK but with a flatter intonation. In fast speech, all three may reduce the middle vowels to a schwa-like sound /ˈstæ.tə.stə.kli/. Listen to native speakers via YouGlish to compare real-world usage.
It's difficult because of the cluster 'statis-' with repeated t-sounds and a rapid sequence of short vowels; the transition from the second to third syllable involves a subtle /tɪs/ to /tɪ.kli/ shift, which many learners gloss over. The final -ly adds a light, unstressed syllable that can dilute the cadence if not clearly articulated. Focus on clean separation of syllables and even timing to maintain intelligibility.
Does the word carry any silent letters? No. Every letter participates in a spoken syllable, but the 'ly' at the end produces a relaxed, light 'li' sound. The stress pattern is strong-weak-weak-weak; you’ll often hear the first syllable carry the main emphasis, followed by quick, crisp endings. Practicing with a metronome helps keep the rhythm even and ensures the final syllable remains audible.
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Statistically comes from statistics, which derives from the Italian statista (state official) via Latin statisticus, meaning 'pertaining to state or public affairs' and later to data collection and numerical analysis. The term statistics itself traces to the early 18th century, with scientific usage expanding in the 19th and 20th centuries as formal methods for data analysis developed. The -ally suffix marks an adverbial form, turning a qualitative or quantitative assessment into the manner in which something is done. First known use of the adverbial form in English appeared in scholarly writing around the mid-20th century as statistical methods became standard in research reporting. In modern usage, statistically signals that an observation or claim rests on numerical evidence or probability calculations.
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