How to Pronounce Civility

To pronounce "civility", say CIV-il-ity — 3 syllables, IPA /sɪˈvɪl.ɪ.ti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/sɪˈvɪl.ɪ.ti/

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💡 Tip for remembering “civility”

"civility" has 3 syllables: civ-il-ity. It rhymes with tranquility and capability, if that helps it stick.

What does civility mean?

noun

  1. Speech or behaviour that is fit for civil interactions; politeness, courtesy.
  2. (chiefly in plural) An individual act or expression of polite behaviour; a courtesy.

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Words that rhyme with civility

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

tranquilitycapabilityhostilityhumilityculpabilityfutilityvolatilityliabilitysusceptibilityvirilityfacilitysensibility

Related words

politenesscomitycourtesycourteousnesscitizenshipcivilizationvanityprefix

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "civility"?▾

"Civility" has 3 syllables: civ · il · ity.

What is the IPA transcription of "civility"?▾

The IPA transcription of "civility" is /sɪˈvɪl.ɪ.ti/.

What does "civility" mean?▾

Civility: Speech or behaviour that is fit for civil interactions; politeness, courtesy.

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