How to Pronounce Treasury

To pronounce "treasury", say TREAS-ury — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈtɹɛʒəɹi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈtɹɛʒəɹi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “treasury”

"treasury" has 2 syllables: treas-ury.

What does treasury mean?

noun

  1. A place where treasure is stored safely.
  2. A place where state or royal money and valuables are stored.

noun

  1. A government department that manages government finances.

Synonyms

finance ministryministryof financetreasury

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "treasury"?▾

"Treasury" has 2 syllables: treas · ury.

What is the IPA transcription of "treasury"?▾

The IPA transcription of "treasury" is /ˈtɹɛʒəɹi/.

What does "treasury" mean?▾

Treasury: A place where treasure is stored safely.

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