How to Pronounce Acuity

To pronounce "acuity", say AC-uity — 2 syllables, IPA /əˈkjuːɪti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/əˈkjuːɪti/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “acuity”

"acuity" has 2 syllables: ac-uity. It rhymes with ambiguity and ingenuity, if that helps it stick.

What does acuity mean?

noun

  1. Sharpness or acuteness, as of a needle, wit, etc.

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Words that rhyme with acuity

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

ambiguityingenuityperpetuitycongruityincongruitycontinuitypromiscuityannuitydiscontinuitygratuitysuety

Related words

acutenesssharp-sightednesskeennesssharpnesssensitivityeyesightacumenvision

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "acuity"?▾

"Acuity" has 2 syllables: ac · uity.

What is the IPA transcription of "acuity"?▾

The IPA transcription of "acuity" is /əˈkjuːɪti/.

What does "acuity" mean?▾

Acuity: Sharpness or acuteness, as of a needle, wit, etc.

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