How to Pronounce Sufficiency

To pronounce "sufficiency", say SUFF-ic-iency — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

11

Letters

SUFF-ic-iency

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💡 Tip for remembering “sufficiency”

"sufficiency" has 3 syllables: suff-ic-iency. It rhymes with proficiency and deficiency, if that helps it stick.

What does sufficiency mean?

noun

  1. The quality or condition of being sufficient.
  2. An adequate amount.

Synonyms

enoughnesssufficience

Antonyms

insufficiencyunsufficiency

Words that rhyme with sufficiency

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

proficiencydeficiencyefficiencyself-sufficiencyinefficiencyimmunodeficiency

Related words

adequacyenoughsufficientadequateappropriatenessconveniencesuitabilitypropriety

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sufficiency"?▾

"Sufficiency" has 3 syllables: suff · ic · iency.

What does "sufficiency" mean?▾

Sufficiency: The quality or condition of being sufficient.

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