How to Pronounce Diversity

To pronounce "diversity", say DIV-ers-ity — 3 syllables, IPA /daɪˈvɜː(ɹ)sɪti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/daɪˈvɜː(ɹ)sɪti/

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💡 Tip for remembering “diversity”

"diversity" has 3 syllables: div-ers-ity. It rhymes with adversity and university, if that helps it stick.

What does diversity mean?

noun

  1. The quality of being diverse or different; difference or unlikeness.
  2. A variety; diverse types or examples.

Synonyms

selection

Words that rhyme with diversity

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

adversityuniversityperversitybiodiversity

Related words

diversenessvarietymultifariousnessdiversifieddiversificationdiversevariabilityvariance

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "diversity"?▾

"Diversity" has 3 syllables: div · ers · ity.

What is the IPA transcription of "diversity"?▾

The IPA transcription of "diversity" is /daɪˈvɜː(ɹ)sɪti/.

What does "diversity" mean?▾

Diversity: The quality of being diverse or different; difference or unlikeness.

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