How to Pronounce Urbanity

To pronounce "urbanity", say URB-an-ity — 3 syllables, IPA /əːˈbæn.ɪ.ti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/əːˈbæn.ɪ.ti/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “urbanity”

"urbanity" has 3 syllables: urb-an-ity.

What does urbanity mean?

noun

  1. Behaviour that is polished, refined, courteous.
  2. What is characteristically urban in an area; urbanness.

Antonyms

rurality

Related words

politesserefinementgenteelismdecorumclasscouthdecorousnesscourtliness

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "urbanity"?▾

"Urbanity" has 3 syllables: urb · an · ity.

What is the IPA transcription of "urbanity"?▾

The IPA transcription of "urbanity" is /əːˈbæn.ɪ.ti/.

What does "urbanity" mean?▾

Urbanity: Behaviour that is polished, refined, courteous.

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