How to Pronounce Poverty

To pronounce "poverty", say POV-erty — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpɒvəti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈpɒvəti/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “poverty”

"poverty" has 2 syllables: pov-erty. It rhymes with antipoverty, if that helps it stick.

What does poverty mean?

noun

  1. The quality or state of being poor; lack of money
  2. Any deficiency of elements or resources that are needed or desired, or that constitute richness

    “poverty of soil”

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Words that rhyme with poverty

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antipoverty

Related words

poornessimpoverishmentindigencepenuryimpoverishedpoorindigentdeprived

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "poverty"?▾

"Poverty" has 2 syllables: pov · erty.

What is the IPA transcription of "poverty"?▾

The IPA transcription of "poverty" is /ˈpɒvəti/.

What does "poverty" mean?▾

Poverty: The quality or state of being poor; lack of money

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