How to Pronounce Worthy

To pronounce "worthy", say WORTHY — one syllable, IPA /ˈwɜːði/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˈwɜːði/

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💡 Tip for remembering “worthy”

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

Sounds exactly like: worthey — easy to mix up when writing.

What does worthy mean?

noun

  1. A distinguished or eminent person

adjective

  1. Having worth, merit or value
  2. Honourable or admirable

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Words that rhyme with worthy

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noteworthytrustworthycreditworthyunworthypraiseworthyuntrustworthynoseworthynewsworthyairworthyfoxworthygalsworthygoldsworthy

Related words

worthfuldeservingworthmeritablevaluablemeritoriousrespectableexemplary

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "worthy"?▾

"Worthy" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "worthy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "worthy" is /ˈwɜːði/.

What does "worthy" mean?▾

Worthy: A distinguished or eminent person

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