How to Pronounce Luminary

To pronounce "luminary", say LUM-in-ary — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

LUM-in-ary

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💡 Tip for remembering “luminary”

"luminary" has 3 syllables: lum-in-ary. It rhymes with extraordinary and contemporary, if that helps it stick.

Words that rhyme with luminary

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extraordinarycontemporarycontrarysanctuarysolitaryarbitrarywaryordinarytarryemissarycarryancillary

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "luminary"?▾

"Luminary" has 3 syllables: lum · in · ary.

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