How to Pronounce Alterity

To pronounce "alterity", say ALT-er-ity — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

ALT-er-ity

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💡 Tip for remembering “alterity”

"alterity" has 3 syllables: alt-er-ity.

What does alterity mean?

noun

  1. Otherness; the entity in contrast to which an identity is constructed.

Related words

alietyotherwisenessaltarityothernessotherhoodentityalternatenessforeignness

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How many syllables are in "alterity"?▾

"Alterity" has 3 syllables: alt · er · ity.

What does "alterity" mean?▾

Alterity: Otherness; the entity in contrast to which an identity is constructed.

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