How to Pronounce Exigency

To pronounce "exigency", say EX-ig-ency — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

EX-ig-ency

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💡 Tip for remembering “exigency”

"exigency" has 3 syllables: ex-ig-ency.

What does exigency mean?

noun

  1. (chiefly in the plural) The demands or requirements of a situation.
  2. An urgent situation, one requiring extreme effort or attention.

Synonyms

exigencenecessityurgency

Related words

emergencypinchurgenturgencypressingurgentlycoercioncritical

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "exigency"?▾

"Exigency" has 3 syllables: ex · ig · ency.

What does "exigency" mean?▾

Exigency: (chiefly in the plural) The demands or requirements of a situation.

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