How to Pronounce Rarity

To pronounce "rarity", say RAR-ity — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɹɛə.ɹə.tɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈɹɛə.ɹə.tɪ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “rarity”

"rarity" has 2 syllables: rar-ity. It rhymes with disparity and asperity, if that helps it stick.

What does rarity mean?

noun

  1. A measure of the scarcity of an object.
  2. (of a gas) Thinness; the property of having low density

Synonyms

subtletyrarenesshen's tooth

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Words that rhyme with rarity

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disparityasperityprosperitytemerityclaritypeculiarityparityfamiliaritysincerityceleritydexterityseverity

Related words

rarenesspeculiaritycurioinfrequencyoddmentodditycuriositytenuity

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rarity"?▾

"Rarity" has 2 syllables: rar · ity.

What is the IPA transcription of "rarity"?▾

The IPA transcription of "rarity" is /ˈɹɛə.ɹə.tɪ/.

What does "rarity" mean?▾

Rarity: A measure of the scarcity of an object.

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