How to Pronounce Loyalty

To pronounce "loyalty", say LOY-alty — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈlɔɪəlti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈlɔɪəlti/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “loyalty”

"loyalty" has 2 syllables: loy-alty. It rhymes with royalty and disloyalty, if that helps it stick.

What does loyalty mean?

noun

The state of being loyal; fidelity.
Faithfulness or devotion to some person, cause or nation.

Synonyms

trueness

Antonyms

disloyalty

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Words that rhyme with loyalty

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royalty disloyalty

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "loyalty"?▾

"Loyalty" has 2 syllables: loy · alty.

What is the IPA transcription of "loyalty"?▾

The IPA transcription of "loyalty" is /ˈlɔɪəlti/.

What does "loyalty" mean?▾

Loyalty: The state of being loyal; fidelity.

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