How to pronounce rationality
Say it like rash-uh-NAL-ih-tee. Rationality has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (NAL).
- rash
- uh
- NAL
- ih
- tee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rationality pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- rashGive 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.
- 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 rationality
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: rash-uh-NAL-ih-tee.
What does rationality mean?
- The quality or state of being rational; due exercise of reason; reasonableness.“His sudden loss of rationality was brought on by excess drink.”
- Objective consideration.“Such a discussion deserves rationality, not emotional gut reactions.”
Where does rationality come from?
From rational + -ity, from French rationalité, from Late Latin rationalitas (“rationality, reasonableness”), from Latin rationalis (“reasonable”).
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- rationalness
- reason
- reasonableness
Words that rhyme with rationality
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of rationality.
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Questions about saying rationality
How do you pronounce rationality?
Say rash-uh-NAL-ih-tee. The American pronunciation is /ˌræʃəˈnælɪti/. In British English it is /ˌræʃəˈnælɪti/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rationality?
Rationality has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (NAL). Broken into parts: rash · uh · NAL · ih · tee.
Is rationality 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 /ˌræʃəˈnælɪti/ (rash-uh-NAL-ih-tee).