How to Pronounce Externality

To pronounce "externality", say EXT-ern-al-ity — 4 syllables, IPA /ekstəˈnælɪti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ekstəˈnælɪti/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “externality”

"externality" has 4 syllables: ext-ern-al-ity.

What does externality mean?

noun

  1. The state of being external or externalized.
  2. A thing that is external relative to something else.

Related words

outwardnessexternalgeneratingexternalnessexternityoutsidenessextraneityoutsiderness

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "externality"?▾

"Externality" has 4 syllables: ext · ern · al · ity.

What is the IPA transcription of "externality"?▾

The IPA transcription of "externality" is /ekstəˈnælɪti/.

What does "externality" mean?▾

Externality: The state of being external or externalized.

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