How to Pronounce Solitary

To pronounce "solitary", say SOL-it-ary — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈsɒlɪtɹi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈsɒlɪtɹi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “solitary”

"solitary" has 3 syllables: sol-it-ary. It rhymes with extraordinary and contemporary, if that helps it stick.

What does solitary mean?

noun

  1. One who lives alone, or in solitude; an anchoret, hermit or recluse.
  2. Solitary confinement.

    “The prisoners who started the riot were moved to solitary.”

adjective

  1. Living or being by oneself; alone; having no companion present
  2. Performed, passed, or endured alone

    “a solitary journey”

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Words that rhyme with solitary

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extraordinarycontemporarycontrarysanctuaryarbitrarywaryordinarytarryemissarycarryancillaryairy

Related words

eremiticlonealoneonlylonesomelonelysinglesole

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "solitary"?▾

"Solitary" has 3 syllables: sol · it · ary.

What is the IPA transcription of "solitary"?▾

The IPA transcription of "solitary" is /ˈsɒlɪtɹi/.

What does "solitary" mean?▾

Solitary: One who lives alone, or in solitude; an anchoret, hermit or recluse.

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