How to Pronounce Entity

To pronounce "entity", say ENT-ity — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈen.tɪ.ti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈen.tɪ.ti/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “entity”

"entity" has 2 syllables: ent-ity. It rhymes with identity and nonentity, if that helps it stick.

What does entity mean?

noun

That which has a distinct existence as an individual unit. Often used for organisations which have no physical form.
The existence of something considered apart from its properties.

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Words that rhyme with entity

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identity nonentity

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "entity"?▾

"Entity" has 2 syllables: ent · ity.

What is the IPA transcription of "entity"?▾

The IPA transcription of "entity" is /ˈen.tɪ.ti/.

What does "entity" mean?▾

Entity: That which has a distinct existence as an individual unit. Often used for organisations which have no physical form.

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