How to Pronounce Personality

To pronounce "personality", say PERS-on-al-ity — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌpɝsəˈnæɫɪti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˌpɝsəˈnæɫɪti/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/pˌɜːsənˈælɪti/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “personality

"personality" has 4 syllables: pers-on-al-ity. It rhymes with vitality and individuality, if that helps it stick.

What does personality mean?

noun

  1. A set of non-physical psychological and social qualities that make a person (or thing) distinct from another.

    The president has a unique personality.

  2. An assumed role or manner of behavior.

    In his final act, the comedian takes on a child's personality.

Synonyms

Words that rhyme with personality

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "personality"?

"Personality" has 4 syllables: pers · on · al · ity.

What is the IPA transcription of "personality"?

The IPA transcription of "personality" is /ˌpɝsəˈnæɫɪti/.

What does "personality" mean?

Personality: A set of non-physical psychological and social qualities that make a person (or thing) distinct from another.

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