How to Pronounce Opportunity

To pronounce "opportunity", say OPP-ort-un-ity — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌɑpɝˈtunəti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˌɑpɝˈtunəti/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/ɒpətjˈuːnɪti/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “opportunity”

"opportunity" has 4 syllables: opp-ort-un-ity. It rhymes with community and disunity, if that helps it stick.

What does opportunity mean?

noun

  1. A chance for advancement, progress or profit.

    “The world is full of opportunities and it's up to me to see them and pursue them.”

  2. A favorable circumstance or occasion.

    “Having a holiday is a great opportunity to relax.”

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Words that rhyme with opportunity

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

communitydisunityimmunityimpunitymunity

Related words

chanceoccasionopeningaccessavailabilitycapabilityeventexpediency

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "opportunity"?▾

"Opportunity" has 4 syllables: opp · ort · un · ity.

What is the IPA transcription of "opportunity"?▾

The IPA transcription of "opportunity" is /ˌɑpɝˈtunəti/.

What does "opportunity" mean?▾

Opportunity: A chance for advancement, progress or profit.

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