How to Pronounce Fidelity

To pronounce "fidelity", say FID-el-ity — 3 syllables, IPA /faɪˈdɛl.ɪ.ti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/faɪˈdɛl.ɪ.ti/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “fidelity”

"fidelity" has 3 syllables: fid-el-ity. It rhymes with infidelity and gelati, if that helps it stick.

What does fidelity mean?

noun

Faithfulness to one's duties.
“the fidelity of the civil servants”
Loyalty to one's spouse or partner, including abstention from extramarital affairs.

Antonyms

infidelity

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Words that rhyme with fidelity

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infidelity gelati

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fidelity"?▾

"Fidelity" has 3 syllables: fid · el · ity.

What is the IPA transcription of "fidelity"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fidelity" is /faɪˈdɛl.ɪ.ti/.

What does "fidelity" mean?▾

Fidelity: Faithfulness to one's duties.

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