How to pronounce rarity
Say it like RER-uh-tee. Rarity has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RER).
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- RER
- uh
- tee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rarity pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- 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 rarity
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: RAIR-uh-tee.
What does rarity mean?
- A measure of the scarcity of an object.
- Thinness; the property of having low density
- A rare object.
Where does rarity come from?
From rare + -ity, borrowed from Middle French rarité, from Latin rāritās; compare French rareté.
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Words that rhyme with rarity
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Questions about saying rarity
How do you pronounce rarity?
Say RER-uh-tee. The American pronunciation is /ˈrɛrəti/. In British English it is /ˈrɛərəti/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rarity?
Rarity has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RER). Broken into parts: RER · uh · tee.
Is rarity 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 /ˈrɛərəti/ (RAIR-uh-tee).