How to Pronounce Obesity

To pronounce "obesity", say OB-es-ity — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

OB-es-ity

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💡 Tip for remembering “obesity”

"obesity" has 3 syllables: ob-es-ity. It rhymes with cecity, if that helps it stick.

What does obesity mean?

noun

  1. The state of being obese due to an excess of body fat.

Words that rhyme with obesity

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

cecity

Related words

fleshinessfatnessadiposityfatobeseoverweightstrokehypoventilation

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "obesity"?▾

"Obesity" has 3 syllables: ob · es · ity.

What does "obesity" mean?▾

Obesity: The state of being obese due to an excess of body fat.

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