How to Pronounce Activity

To pronounce "activity", say ACT-iv-ity — 3 syllables, IPA /ækˈtɪ.və.ti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/ækˈtɪ.və.ti/

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💡 Tip for remembering “activity

"activity" has 3 syllables: act-iv-ity. It rhymes with proclivity and passivity, if that helps it stick.

What does activity mean?

noun

  1. The state or quality of being active; activeness.

    Pit row was abuzz with activity.

  2. Something done as an action or a movement.

    The activity for the morning was a walk to the store.

Antonyms

Words that rhyme with activity

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "activity"?

"Activity" has 3 syllables: act · iv · ity.

What is the IPA transcription of "activity"?

The IPA transcription of "activity" is /ækˈtɪ.və.ti/.

What does "activity" mean?

Activity: The state or quality of being active; activeness.

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