How to Pronounce Security

To pronounce "security", say SEC-ur-ity — 3 syllables, IPA /sɪˈkjɔːɹəti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/sɪˈkjɔːɹəti/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “security”

"security" has 3 syllables: sec-ur-ity. It rhymes with obscurity and insecurity, if that helps it stick.

What does security mean?

noun

  1. The condition of not being threatened, especially physically, psychologically, emotionally, or financially.
  2. Something that secures.

Synonyms

safetyprotectionguaranteesurety

Antonyms

insecurity

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Words that rhyme with security

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

obscurityinsecuritysuretyduritymaturityimpurityimmaturity

Related words

suretyprotectioncertificateconfidentialitysafesecurepeacesafely

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "security"?▾

"Security" has 3 syllables: sec · ur · ity.

What is the IPA transcription of "security"?▾

The IPA transcription of "security" is /sɪˈkjɔːɹəti/.

What does "security" mean?▾

Security: The condition of not being threatened, especially physically, psychologically, emotionally, or financially.

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