How to Pronounce Righteousness

To pronounce "righteousness", say RIGHT-eousn-ess — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɹaɪt͡ʃəsnəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

13

Letters

/ˈɹaɪt͡ʃəsnəs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “righteousness”

"righteousness" has 3 syllables: right-eousn-ess.

What does righteousness mean?

noun

  1. The quality or state of being righteous.
  2. Holiness; conformity of life to the divine law.

Synonyms

equityfaithfulnessgodlinessholinesshonestyintegrityjusticerectitude

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Related words

uprightnessintegrityhonestyfairnessjustjustifiedmeritvirtue

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "righteousness"?▾

"Righteousness" has 3 syllables: right · eousn · ess.

What is the IPA transcription of "righteousness"?▾

The IPA transcription of "righteousness" is /ˈɹaɪt͡ʃəsnəs/.

What does "righteousness" mean?▾

Righteousness: The quality or state of being righteous.

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