To pronounce "necessity", say NEC-ess-ity — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
necessity
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NEC-ess-ity
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"necessity" has 3 syllables: nec-ess-ity.
"Necessity" has 3 syllables: nec · ess · ity.
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