How to Pronounce Austerity

To pronounce "austerity", say AUST-er-ity — 3 syllables, IPA /ɔˈstɛɹɪti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ɔˈstɛɹɪti/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “austerity”

"austerity" has 3 syllables: aust-er-ity. It rhymes with disparity and asperity, if that helps it stick.

What does austerity mean?

noun

  1. Severity of manners or life; extreme rigor or strictness; harsh discipline.
  2. Freedom from adornment; plainness; severe simplicity.

Antonyms

comfort

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Words that rhyme with austerity

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disparityasperityprosperitytemerityclaritypeculiarityparityfamiliaritysincerityceleritydexterityseverity

Related words

nonindulgenceasceticismstringencystrictnessrigourrigorfirmnessmoderation

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "austerity"?▾

"Austerity" has 3 syllables: aust · er · ity.

What is the IPA transcription of "austerity"?▾

The IPA transcription of "austerity" is /ɔˈstɛɹɪti/.

What does "austerity" mean?▾

Austerity: Severity of manners or life; extreme rigor or strictness; harsh discipline.

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