How to pronounce authenticity
Say it like aw-thun-TIS-ih-tee. Authenticity has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (TIS).
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- aw
- thun
- TIS
- ih
- tee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Authenticity pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- awGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- thunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- TISSay 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 authenticity
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: oth-un-TIS-ih-tee.
What does authenticity mean?
- undisputed credibility
Where does authenticity come from?
From authentic + -ity.
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Words that rhyme with authenticity
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Questions about saying authenticity
How do you pronounce authenticity?
Say aw-thun-TIS-ih-tee. The American pronunciation is /ˌɔθənˈtɪsɪti/. In British English it is /ˌɒθənˈtɪsɪti/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in authenticity?
Authenticity has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (TIS). Broken into parts: aw · thun · TIS · ih · tee.
Is authenticity 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 /ˌɒθənˈtɪsɪti/ (oth-un-TIS-ih-tee).