How to Pronounce Sensitivity

To pronounce "sensitivity", say SENS-it-iv-ity — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌsɛnsɪˈtɪvɪti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˌsɛnsɪˈtɪvɪti/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sensitivity”

"sensitivity" has 4 syllables: sens-it-iv-ity. It rhymes with proclivity and activity, if that helps it stick.

What does sensitivity mean?

noun

  1. The quality or state of being sensitive; sensitiveness.
  2. The ability of an organism or organ to respond to external stimuli.

Words that rhyme with sensitivity

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

proclivityactivitypassivityfestivitycaptivityconnectivityreceptivityproductivitysubjectivityinactivityobjectivityinsensitivity

Related words

sensitivenesssensibilitypredispositionsensationsensitivetactsensefeeling

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sensitivity"?▾

"Sensitivity" has 4 syllables: sens · it · iv · ity.

What is the IPA transcription of "sensitivity"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sensitivity" is /ˌsɛnsɪˈtɪvɪti/.

What does "sensitivity" mean?▾

Sensitivity: The quality or state of being sensitive; sensitiveness.

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