How to Pronounce Autonomy

To pronounce "autonomy", say AUT-on-omy — 3 syllables, IPA /ɑˈtɑnəmi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ɑˈtɑnəmi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “autonomy”

"autonomy" has 3 syllables: aut-on-omy. It rhymes with economy and astronomy, if that helps it stick.

What does autonomy mean?

noun

  1. Self-government; freedom to act or function independently.
  2. The capacity to make an informed, uncoerced decision.

Synonyms

sovereignty

Antonyms

heteronomyincapacitydependencyinoperabilitynonautonomy

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Words that rhyme with autonomy

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economyastronomygastronomymetonomy

Related words

self-sufficiencyself-relianceself-directionlibertyauthorityself-ruleself-supportself-government

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "autonomy"?▾

"Autonomy" has 3 syllables: aut · on · omy.

What is the IPA transcription of "autonomy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "autonomy" is /ɑˈtɑnəmi/.

What does "autonomy" mean?▾

Autonomy: Self-government; freedom to act or function independently.

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