How to Pronounce Extremity

To pronounce "extremity", say EXTR-em-ity — 3 syllables, IPA /ɛk-/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

extremity

Tap to hear · American accent

Accent

If an accent sounds the same, your device is missing that voice — it falls back to the closest one.

Speed

Syllable by syllable — tap each one

Practice: Record & Compare

Record yourself saying extremity, then compare with the target. Your audio stays on this device — nothing is uploaded.

3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ɛk-/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “extremity

"extremity" has 3 syllables: extr-em-ity. It rhymes with yosemite, if that helps it stick.

What does extremity mean?

noun

  1. The most extreme or furthest point of something.
  2. An extreme measure.

Synonyms

Words that rhyme with extremity

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

Related words

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "extremity"?

"Extremity" has 3 syllables: extr · em · ity.

What is the IPA transcription of "extremity"?

The IPA transcription of "extremity" is /ɛk-/.

What does "extremity" mean?

Extremity: The most extreme or furthest point of something.

Want the definition, translations into 8 languages, and read-aloud for full sentences?

Open “extremity” in the full dictionary →