How to Pronounce Verbosity

To pronounce "verbosity", say VERB-os-ity — 3 syllables, IPA /vəˈbɒsəti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/vəˈbɒsəti/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “verbosity”

"verbosity" has 3 syllables: verb-os-ity.

What does verbosity mean?

noun

  1. The excess use of words, especially using more than are needed for clarity or precision; long-windedness

Synonyms

verbosenesswordiness

Related words

detaillengthdrillgranularitywordinesslong-windednessverbiagehyperbole

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "verbosity"?▾

"Verbosity" has 3 syllables: verb · os · ity.

What is the IPA transcription of "verbosity"?▾

The IPA transcription of "verbosity" is /vəˈbɒsəti/.

What does "verbosity" mean?▾

Verbosity: The excess use of words, especially using more than are needed for clarity or precision; long-windedness

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