How to Pronounce Verify

To pronounce "verify", say VER-ify — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

6

Letters

VER-ify

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💡 Tip for remembering “verify”

"verify" has 2 syllables: ver-ify. It rhymes with wry and exemplify, if that helps it stick.

What does verify mean?

verb

  1. To substantiate or prove the truth of something
  2. To confirm or test the truth or accuracy of something

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Words that rhyme with verify

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

wryexemplifyrectifyhighlieapplyfortifyawrymollifyamplifynullifycry

Related words

controlverificationvalidatecorroboratesubstantiateconfirmationascertainsee

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "verify"?▾

"Verify" has 2 syllables: ver · ify.

What does "verify" mean?▾

Verify: To substantiate or prove the truth of something

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