How to Pronounce Virtue

To pronounce "virtue", say VIRT-ue — 2 syllables, IPA /-tjuː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/-tjuː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “virtue”

"virtue" has 2 syllables: virt-ue.

What does virtue mean?

noun

  1. Accordance with moral principles; conformity of behaviour or thought with the strictures of morality; good moral conduct.

    “Without virtue, there is no freedom.”

  2. A particular manifestation of moral excellence in a person; an admirable quality.

Synonyms

douththew

Antonyms

vicefoible

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Related words

virtuousnessmeritchastitymoralmoralityethicalethicsconformity

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "virtue"?▾

"Virtue" has 2 syllables: virt · ue.

What is the IPA transcription of "virtue"?▾

The IPA transcription of "virtue" is /-tjuː/.

What does "virtue" mean?▾

Virtue: Accordance with moral principles; conformity of behaviour or thought with the strictures of morality; good moral conduct.

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