How to Pronounce Rotary

To pronounce "rotary", say ROT-ary — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɹoʊtəɹi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈɹoʊtəɹi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “rotary”

"rotary" has 2 syllables: rot-ary. It rhymes with coterie and notary, if that helps it stick.

What does rotary mean?

noun

  1. A traffic circle.
  2. (chiefly with initial capital) Any of the clubs making up the international Rotary International movement for community service.

adjective

  1. Capable of rotation.

    “A rotary engine revolves the heads rather than having pistons go back and forth.”

Words that rhyme with rotary

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

coterienotaryautery

Related words

roundaboutcirclerotationrotatingrevolvingrotationalspinning

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rotary"?▾

"Rotary" has 2 syllables: rot · ary.

What is the IPA transcription of "rotary"?▾

The IPA transcription of "rotary" is /ˈɹoʊtəɹi/.

What does "rotary" mean?▾

Rotary: A traffic circle.

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