How to pronounce anonymity
Say it like an-uh-NIM-ih-tee. Anonymity has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (NIM).
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- an
- uh
- NIM
- ih
- tee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Anonymity pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- anGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- NIMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- teeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of anonymity
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: an-uh-NIM-ih-tee.
What does anonymity mean?
- The quality or state of being anonymous (nameless or unidentified).“She's garbed her philanthropic activities in anonymity.”
- That which is anonymous.
- The quality or state of being generally unknown, unrecognized, or uncelebrated.
Words that rhyme with anonymity
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of anonymity.
Questions about saying anonymity
How do you pronounce anonymity?
Say an-uh-NIM-ih-tee. The American pronunciation is /ˌænəˈnɪmɪti/. In British English it is /ænəˈnɪmɪti/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in anonymity?
Anonymity has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (NIM). Broken into parts: an · uh · NIM · ih · tee.
Is anonymity pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ænəˈnɪmɪti/ (an-uh-NIM-ih-tee).