To pronounce "apathy", say AP-athy — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈæ.pə.θi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈæ.pə.θi/
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"apathy" has 2 syllables: ap-athy.
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"Apathy" has 2 syllables: ap · athy.
The IPA transcription of "apathy" is /ˈæ.pə.θi/.
Apathy: Lack of emotion or motivation; lack of interest or enthusiasm towards something; disinterest (in something).
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