How to Pronounce Normalcy

To pronounce "normalcy", say NORM-alcy — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈnɔɹməlsi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈnɔɹməlsi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “normalcy”

"normalcy" has 2 syllables: norm-alcy.

What does normalcy mean?

noun

  1. The state of being normal; the fact of being normal; normality.

Synonyms

normaldomnormality

Antonyms

abnormalcyabnormality

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Related words

normalitynormnormalnormalizingnormalisationnormalizationnaturalstandard

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "normalcy"?▾

"Normalcy" has 2 syllables: norm · alcy.

What is the IPA transcription of "normalcy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "normalcy" is /ˈnɔɹməlsi/.

What does "normalcy" mean?▾

Normalcy: The state of being normal; the fact of being normal; normality.

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