How to Pronounce Penury

To pronounce "penury", say PEN-ury — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpɛnjəɹi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈpɛnjəɹi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “penury”

"penury" has 2 syllables: pen-ury.

What does penury mean?

noun

  1. Extreme want; poverty; destitution.
  2. A lack of something; a dearth.

Synonyms

barrennessinsufficiency

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Related words

indigencepauperismneedpovertyshortagescarcitylackdearth

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "penury"?▾

"Penury" has 2 syllables: pen · ury.

What is the IPA transcription of "penury"?▾

The IPA transcription of "penury" is /ˈpɛnjəɹi/.

What does "penury" mean?▾

Penury: Extreme want; poverty; destitution.

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