How to Pronounce Variety

To pronounce "variety", say VAR-iety — 2 syllables, IPA /vɝˈaɪəti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/vɝˈaɪəti/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/vəɹˈaɪəti/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “variety”

"variety" has 2 syllables: var-iety. It rhymes with anxiety and propriety, if that helps it stick.

What does variety mean?

noun

The quality of being varied; diversity.
“Variety is the spice of life.”
A specific variation of something.

Synonyms

algebraic variety equational class equational variety variety of algebras array assortment

Antonyms

sameness

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Words that rhyme with variety

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anxiety propriety piety notoriety society impropriety sobriety

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "variety"?▾

"Variety" has 2 syllables: var · iety.

What is the IPA transcription of "variety"?▾

The IPA transcription of "variety" is /vɝˈaɪəti/.

What does "variety" mean?▾

Variety: The quality of being varied; diversity.

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