How to pronounce originality
Say it like uh-rij-uh-NAL-ih-tee. Originality has six syllables, and the main stress falls on the fourth one (NAL).
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- uh
- rij
- uh
- NAL
- ih
- tee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Originality pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- rijGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- NALSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- 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 originality
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: uh-rij-uh-NAL-ih-tee.
What does originality mean?
- The quality of being original or novel.
- The capacity to think independently or be inventive.
- Something original.
Where does originality come from?
From French originalité.
Words that rhyme with originality
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of originality.
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Questions about saying originality
How do you pronounce originality?
Say uh-rij-uh-NAL-ih-tee. The American pronunciation is /əˌrɪdʒəˈnælɪti/. In British English it is /əˌrɪdʒəˈnælɪti/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in originality?
Originality has six syllables, and the main stress falls on the fourth one (NAL). Broken into parts: uh · rij · uh · NAL · ih · tee.
Is originality 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 /əˌrɪdʒəˈnælɪti/ (uh-rij-uh-NAL-ih-tee).