How to Pronounce Gratuities

To pronounce "gratuities", say GRAT-uit-ies — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

10

Letters

GRAT-uit-ies

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💡 Tip for remembering “gratuities”

"gratuities" has 3 syllables: grat-uit-ies. It rhymes with ambiguities and annuities, if that helps it stick.

What does gratuities mean?

noun

  1. Something (usually money) given in exchange for influence or as an inducement to dishonesty.
  2. That which seduces; seduction; allurement.

noun

  1. (feudal law) A right to the use of a superior's land, as a stipend for services to be performed; also, the land so held; a fief.
  2. An inheritable estate in land held of a feudal lord on condition of the performing of certain services.

noun

  1. An additional payment given freely as thanks for service.

Synonyms

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Words that rhyme with gratuities

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ambiguitiesannuities

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gratuities"?▾

"Gratuities" has 3 syllables: grat · uit · ies.

What does "gratuities" mean?▾

Gratuities: Something (usually money) given in exchange for influence or as an inducement to dishonesty.

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