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How to pronounce “metaphorically”
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Pronunciation guide for metaphorically
- Learning goal
- Practice the English pronunciation of metaphorically with real speech in context.
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- 8 YouTube examples
- Real speech example
- The Jokes AI Won’t Tell
Metaphorically speaking, they don't even have to be jokes.
- Definition summary
- (manner) In a metaphorical manner; not literally; by means of metaphor.
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How to pronounce metaphorically
The Jokes AI Won’t Tell

Metaphorically speaking, they don't even have to be jokes.
Example Sentences
A Deep Dive Into “metaphorically”
Meaning
- [Adverb]
- (manner) In a metaphorical manner; not literally; by means of metaphor.
- (as a sentence adverb) Used to draw attention that what follows is a metaphor, not to be taken literally
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