How to Pronounce Privacy

To pronounce "privacy", say PRIV-acy — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpɹaɪv.ə.sɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈpɹaɪv.ə.sɪ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “privacy”

"privacy" has 2 syllables: priv-acy.

What does privacy mean?

noun

  1. The state of being secluded from the presence, sight, or knowledge of others.

    “I need my privacy, so please stay out of my room.”

  2. Freedom from unwanted or undue disturbance of one private life.

    “It takes a village to rob one of a sense of privacy.”

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Related words

privatenessseclusionsecrecyconcealmentprivyprivateconfidentialitysecret

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "privacy"?▾

"Privacy" has 2 syllables: priv · acy.

What is the IPA transcription of "privacy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "privacy" is /ˈpɹaɪv.ə.sɪ/.

What does "privacy" mean?▾

Privacy: The state of being secluded from the presence, sight, or knowledge of others.

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