How to Pronounce Mendacity

To pronounce "mendacity", say MEND-ac-ity — 3 syllables, IPA /mɛnˈdæsəti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

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Letters

/mɛnˈdæsəti/

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💡 Tip for remembering “mendacity”

"mendacity" has 3 syllables: mend-ac-ity. It rhymes with tenacity and veracity, if that helps it stick.

What does mendacity mean?

noun

  1. The fact or condition of being untruthful; dishonesty.
  2. A deceit, falsehood, or lie.

Words that rhyme with mendacity

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

tenacityveracitycapacityvoracityaudacityincapacityopacityovercapacitycassetty

Related words

falsehooddeceitdeceptioncover-upsecrecyconcealmentlyingbegging

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mendacity"?▾

"Mendacity" has 3 syllables: mend · ac · ity.

What is the IPA transcription of "mendacity"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mendacity" is /mɛnˈdæsəti/.

What does "mendacity" mean?▾

Mendacity: The fact or condition of being untruthful; dishonesty.

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