Is crackedly a common word?

No, it is rare. Most speakers would say “hoarsely” or “with a cracked voice.”

What is the difference between crackedly and hoarsely?

Hoarsely is more common and general. Crackedly suggests a broken, dry sound in the voice.

Can I use crackedly in formal writing?

Yes, but it sounds literary or descriptive. It is not common in business or academic writing.

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crackedly

/ˈkræk.ɪd.li/

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adverb

In a cracked or rough voice. It describes speech that sounds broken, dry, or strained.

He said her name crackedly.
She laughed crackedly after the long silence.

Adinary Nuance

Crackedly is not a common everyday adverb. It is more vivid and literary than simply saying “in a cracked voice” or “roughly.” Writers choose it to show how a voice sounds, not just to describe an action. It is close to “hoarsely,” but crackedly suggests a broken, dry sound more strongly.

In other languages

Vietnamese: khàn khàn
Spanish: roncamente
Chinese: 沙哑地
Japanese: しわがれた声で
Korean: 쉰 목소리로

Etymology

Formed from cracked + -ly in English. It follows the pattern of adverbs made from adjectives, and it is rare in modern use.

Common phrases

speak crackedlysay something crackedlylaugh crackedly

Synonyms

hoarsely roughly raspingly

Related words

cracked hoarse raspy voice

Frequently asked questions

Is crackedly a common word?: No, it is rare. Most speakers would say “hoarsely” or “with a cracked voice.”
What is the difference between crackedly and hoarsely?: Hoarsely is more common and general. Crackedly suggests a broken, dry sound in the voice.
Can I use crackedly in formal writing?: Yes, but it sounds literary or descriptive. It is not common in business or academic writing.