How to Pronounce Dignitary

To pronounce "dignitary", say DIGN-it-ary — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈdɪɡnɪtɹi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈdɪɡnɪtɹi/

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💡 Tip for remembering “dignitary”

"dignitary" has 3 syllables: dign-it-ary. It rhymes with extraordinary and contemporary, if that helps it stick.

What does dignitary mean?

noun

  1. An important or influential person, or one of high rank or position.

adjective

  1. Relating to dignity.

Words that rhyme with dignitary

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

extraordinarycontemporarycontrarysanctuarysolitaryarbitrarywaryordinarytarryemissarycarryancillary

Related words

panjandrumhigh-upvipauthoritydignityworthysomeoneeminence

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dignitary"?▾

"Dignitary" has 3 syllables: dign · it · ary.

What is the IPA transcription of "dignitary"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dignitary" is /ˈdɪɡnɪtɹi/.

What does "dignitary" mean?▾

Dignitary: An important or influential person, or one of high rank or position.

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