How to Pronounce Necessities

To pronounce "necessities", say NEC-ess-it-ies — 4 syllables, IPA /nɪˈsɛsətiz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/nɪˈsɛsətiz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “necessities”

"necessities" has 4 syllables: nec-ess-it-ies.

What does necessities mean?

noun

  1. The quality or state of being necessary, unavoidable, or absolutely requisite.

    “I bought a new table out of necessity. My old one was ruined.”

  2. The condition of being needy; desperate need; lack

Synonyms

certaintyinevitability

Antonyms

luxurycontingencyimpossibility

Related words

articlesbasicscommoditiesdemandselementsessentialsexigenciesfoodstuffs

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "necessities"?▾

"Necessities" has 4 syllables: nec · ess · it · ies.

What is the IPA transcription of "necessities"?▾

The IPA transcription of "necessities" is /nɪˈsɛsətiz/.

What does "necessities" mean?▾

Necessities: The quality or state of being necessary, unavoidable, or absolutely requisite.

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