How to Pronounce Utility

To pronounce "utility", say UT-il-ity — 3 syllables, IPA /juːˈtɪl.ɪ.ti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

utility

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Syllables

Letters

/juːˈtɪl.ɪ.ti/

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💡 Tip for remembering “utility”

"utility" has 3 syllables: ut-il-ity. It rhymes with tranquility and capability, if that helps it stick.

What does utility mean?

noun

The state or condition of being useful; usefulness.
Something that is useful.

adjective

Having to do with, or owned by, a service provider.
“utility line; utility bill”
Designating of a room in a house or building where mechanical equipment is installed; such as a furnace, water tank/heater, circuit breaker, and/or air conditioning unit; and often equipped with hookups for laundry equipment (washer/dryer).
“utility room”

Synonyms

note usefulness

Antonyms

disutility inutility

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Words that rhyme with utility

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

tranquility capability hostility humility culpability futility volatility liability susceptibility virility facility sensibility

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "utility"?▾

"Utility" has 3 syllables: ut · il · ity.

What is the IPA transcription of "utility"?▾

The IPA transcription of "utility" is /juːˈtɪl.ɪ.ti/.

What does "utility" mean?▾

Utility: The state or condition of being useful; usefulness.

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