How to Pronounce Sagacity

To pronounce "sagacity", say SAG-ac-ity — 3 syllables, IPA /səˈɡæsəti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

8

Letters

/səˈɡæsəti/

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💡 Tip for remembering “sagacity”

"sagacity" has 3 syllables: sag-ac-ity.

What does sagacity mean?

noun

  1. Keen sense of smell.
  2. The quality of being sage, wise, or able to make good decisions; the quality of being perceptive, astute or insightful.

Synonyms

sagaciousnesswisdom

Related words

sagaciousnessdiscernmentjudiciousnessjudgmentjudgementwisdomacumeninsight

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sagacity"?▾

"Sagacity" has 3 syllables: sag · ac · ity.

What is the IPA transcription of "sagacity"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sagacity" is /səˈɡæsəti/.

What does "sagacity" mean?▾

Sagacity: Keen sense of smell.

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