How to Pronounce Degeneracy

To pronounce "degeneracy", say DEG-en-er-acy — 4 syllables, IPA /dɪˈdʒɛnəɹəsi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/dɪˈdʒɛnəɹəsi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “degeneracy”

"degeneracy" has 4 syllables: deg-en-er-acy.

What does degeneracy mean?

noun

  1. The state of being degenerate (in all senses)
  2. The ability of one part of the brain to take over another's function without being overexerted.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "degeneracy"?▾

"Degeneracy" has 4 syllables: deg · en · er · acy.

What is the IPA transcription of "degeneracy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "degeneracy" is /dɪˈdʒɛnəɹəsi/.

What does "degeneracy" mean?▾

Degeneracy: The state of being degenerate (in all senses)

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