How to Pronounce Perspicacity

To pronounce "perspicacity", say PERSP-ic-ac-ity — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌpɜː.spɪˈkæs.ə.tiː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

12

Letters

/ˌpɜː.spɪˈkæs.ə.tiː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “perspicacity”

"perspicacity" has 4 syllables: persp-ic-ac-ity.

What does perspicacity mean?

noun

  1. Acute discernment or understanding; insight.
  2. The human faculty or power to mentally grasp or understand clearly.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "perspicacity"?▾

"Perspicacity" has 4 syllables: persp · ic · ac · ity.

What is the IPA transcription of "perspicacity"?▾

The IPA transcription of "perspicacity" is /ˌpɜː.spɪˈkæs.ə.tiː/.

What does "perspicacity" mean?▾

Perspicacity: Acute discernment or understanding; insight.

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