How to Pronounce Whiteness

To pronounce "whiteness", say WHIT-en-ess — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈwaɪtnəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈwaɪtnəs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “whiteness”

"whiteness" has 3 syllables: whit-en-ess. It rhymes with politeness and tightness, if that helps it stick.

What does whiteness mean?

noun

  1. The state of being white (all senses).
  2. (dysphemistic) The collective of White/Europid people and their historical heritage.

Antonyms

blackness

Words that rhyme with whiteness

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

politenesstightnessrightnesstritenessbrightnesslightnessforthrightnessslightness

Related words

whitepowderybrightnessblankerpallorpalenessfairnessalbedo

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "whiteness"?▾

"Whiteness" has 3 syllables: whit · en · ess.

What is the IPA transcription of "whiteness"?▾

The IPA transcription of "whiteness" is /ˈwaɪtnəs/.

What does "whiteness" mean?▾

Whiteness: The state of being white (all senses).

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