How to Pronounce Ministry

To pronounce "ministry", say MIN-istry — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈmɪnɪstɹi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈmɪnɪstɹi/

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💡 Tip for remembering “ministry”

"ministry" has 2 syllables: min-istry.

What does ministry mean?

noun

  1. Government department, at the administrative level normally headed by a minister (or equivalent rank, e.g. secretary of state), who holds it as portfolio, especially in a constitutional monarchy, but also as a polity

    “She works for the ministry of finance.”

  2. The complete body of government ministers (whether or not they are in cabinet) under the leadership of a head of government (such as a prime minister)

    “The premier offered his last ministry's resignation to the monarch, and is asked to form a new one in accordance with the election results.”

Related words

chancellerygovernmentsecretariatministerialsecretarycorporateprocuratorprovince

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ministry"?▾

"Ministry" has 2 syllables: min · istry.

What is the IPA transcription of "ministry"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ministry" is /ˈmɪnɪstɹi/.

What does "ministry" mean?▾

Ministry: Government department, at the administrative level normally headed by a minister (or equivalent rank, e.g. secretary of state), who holds it as portfolio, especially in a constitutional monarchy, but also as a polity

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