How to Pronounce Irritability

To pronounce "irritability", say IRR-it-ab-il-ity — 5 syllables, IPA /ˌɪɹɪtəˈbɪlɪti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˌɪɹɪtəˈbɪlɪti/

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💡 Tip for remembering “irritability”

"irritability" has 5 syllables: irr-it-ab-il-ity. It rhymes with tranquility and capability, if that helps it stick.

What does irritability mean?

noun

The state or quality of being irritable; quick excitability
“irritability of temper”
A natural susceptibility, characteristic of all living organisms, tissues, and cells, to the influence of certain stimuli, response being manifested in a variety of ways.

Synonyms

fretfulness petulance

Words that rhyme with irritability

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

tranquility capability hostility humility culpability futility volatility liability susceptibility virility facility sensibility

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "irritability"?▾

"Irritability" has 5 syllables: irr · it · ab · il · ity.

What is the IPA transcription of "irritability"?▾

The IPA transcription of "irritability" is /ˌɪɹɪtəˈbɪlɪti/.

What does "irritability" mean?▾

Irritability: The state or quality of being irritable; quick excitability

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