How to Pronounce Scarcity

To pronounce "scarcity", say SCARC-ity — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

SCARC-ity

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💡 Tip for remembering “scarcity”

"scarcity" has 2 syllables: scarc-ity.

What does scarcity mean?

noun

  1. The condition of something being scarce or deficient
  2. An inadequate amount of something; a shortage

    “a scarcity of grain”

Synonyms

infrequencyrarenessraritydearthdeficiencylackpenury

Antonyms

commonnessfrequencyabundancecopiousness

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Related words

scarcenessscarcedearthpaucityshortagepenurypovertyindigence

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "scarcity"?▾

"Scarcity" has 2 syllables: scarc · ity.

What does "scarcity" mean?▾

Scarcity: The condition of something being scarce or deficient

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