How to Pronounce Piety

To pronounce "piety", say PIETY — one syllable, IPA /ˈpaɪ.ɪ.ti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˈpaɪ.ɪ.ti/

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💡 Tip for remembering “piety”

"piety" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with anxiety and propriety, if that helps it stick.

What does piety mean?

noun

  1. Reverence and devotion to God.

    “Colleen's piety led her to make sacrifices that most people would not have made.”

  2. Similar reverence to one's parents and family or to one's country.

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Words that rhyme with piety

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anxietyproprietynotorietysocietyvarietyimproprietysobriety

Related words

piousnessdevoutnessdevotiondedicationgodlinesscompassionmercypity

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "piety"?▾

"Piety" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "piety"?▾

The IPA transcription of "piety" is /ˈpaɪ.ɪ.ti/.

What does "piety" mean?▾

Piety: Reverence and devotion to God.

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