How to pronounce neutrality
Say it like noo-TRAL-uh-tee. Neutrality has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TRAL).
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- noo
- TRAL
- uh
- tee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Neutrality pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- nooKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- TRALSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- teeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of neutrality
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: nyoo-TRAL-uh-tee.
What does neutrality mean?
- nonparticipation in a dispute or war
- tolerance attributable to a lack of involvement
- pH value of 7
Where does neutrality come from?
From Middle French neutralité, from Medieval Latin neutralitas.
Words that rhyme with neutrality
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of neutrality.
Questions about saying neutrality
How do you pronounce neutrality?
Say noo-TRAL-uh-tee. The American pronunciation is /nuˈtræləti/. In British English it is /njuːˈtræləti/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in neutrality?
Neutrality has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TRAL). Broken into parts: noo · TRAL · uh · tee.
Is neutrality pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune). The British form is /njuːˈtræləti/ (nyoo-TRAL-uh-tee).