How to Pronounce Wealthy

To pronounce "wealthy", say WEALTHY — one syllable, IPA /ˈwɛl.θi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/ˈwɛl.θi/

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💡 Tip for remembering “wealthy”

"wealthy" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with stealthy and unhealthy, if that helps it stick.

What does wealthy mean?

noun

  1. A rich person.

noun

  1. (with "the") Rich people.

adjective

  1. Possessing financial wealth; rich.
  2. Abundant in quality or quantity; profuse.

Synonyms

affluentprosperous

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Words that rhyme with wealthy

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stealthyunhealthyhealthy

Related words

richaffluentmoneyedloadedflushwell-endowedwell-to-doriches

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "wealthy"?▾

"Wealthy" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "wealthy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "wealthy" is /ˈwɛl.θi/.

What does "wealthy" mean?▾

Wealthy: A rich person.

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