How to Pronounce Felicity

To pronounce "felicity", say FEL-ic-ity — 3 syllables, IPA /fəˈlɪsɪti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/fəˈlɪsɪti/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “felicity”

"felicity" has 3 syllables: fel-ic-ity. It rhymes with duplicity and authenticity, if that helps it stick.

What does felicity mean?

noun

  1. Happiness.
  2. An apt and pleasing style in speech, writing, etc.

Antonyms

infelicity

Words that rhyme with felicity

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

duplicityauthenticitymultiplicitycomplicitysynchronicityelectricityeccentricitypublicityethnicitysimplicitydomesticitytoxicity

Related words

felicitousnesshappinessblisssatisfactionappreciationexcellencycongratulatingjoy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "felicity"?▾

"Felicity" has 3 syllables: fel · ic · ity.

What is the IPA transcription of "felicity"?▾

The IPA transcription of "felicity" is /fəˈlɪsɪti/.

What does "felicity" mean?▾

Felicity: Happiness.

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