How to Pronounce Inequality

To pronounce "inequality", say IN-eq-ual-ity — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌɪnɪˈkwɒlɪti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˌɪnɪˈkwɒlɪti/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “inequality”

"inequality" has 4 syllables: in-eq-ual-ity. It rhymes with quality and frivolity, if that helps it stick.

What does inequality mean?

noun

  1. An unfair, not equal, state.
  2. A statement that of two quantities one is specifically less than (or greater than) another. Symbol: < or \leq or > or \geq or \ne, as appropriate.

Synonyms

inequation

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Words that rhyme with inequality

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qualityfrivolityjollityequalitycausalitypolity

Related words

inequityunfairnessinjusticeunfairunevendisproportiondisparityunequal

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "inequality"?▾

"Inequality" has 4 syllables: in · eq · ual · ity.

What is the IPA transcription of "inequality"?▾

The IPA transcription of "inequality" is /ˌɪnɪˈkwɒlɪti/.

What does "inequality" mean?▾

Inequality: An unfair, not equal, state.

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