How to Pronounce Literacy

To pronounce "literacy", say LIT-er-acy — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈlɪt.ɹə.si/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈlɪt.ɹə.si/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “literacy”

"literacy" has 3 syllables: lit-er-acy. It rhymes with illiteracy, if that helps it stick.

What does literacy mean?

noun

  1. The ability to read and write.
  2. Understanding of something (ex. computer literacy).

Antonyms

illiteracy

Words that rhyme with literacy

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

illiteracy

Related words

literateliteraryliteraturereadingwritewritingreadeducation

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "literacy"?▾

"Literacy" has 3 syllables: lit · er · acy.

What is the IPA transcription of "literacy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "literacy" is /ˈlɪt.ɹə.si/.

What does "literacy" mean?▾

Literacy: The ability to read and write.

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