How to pronounce reciprocity
Say it like res-ih-PROS-ih-tee. Reciprocity has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (PROS).
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- res
- ih
- PROS
- ih
- tee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Reciprocity pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- resGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- PROSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- 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 reciprocity
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: res-ih-PROS-ih-tee.
What does reciprocity mean?
- The characteristic of being reciprocal, e.g. of a relationship between people.“In a friendship, reciprocity occurs where the contribution of each party meets the expectations of the other party.”
- A reciprocal relationship.
- A relation of mutual dependence or action or influence.
Where does reciprocity come from?
From French réciprocité.
Words that rhyme with reciprocity
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of reciprocity.
Questions about saying reciprocity
How do you pronounce reciprocity?
Say res-ih-PROS-ih-tee. The American pronunciation is /ˌrɛsɪˈprɑsɪti/. In British English it is /ˌrɛsɪˈprɒsɪti/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in reciprocity?
Reciprocity has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (PROS). Broken into parts: res · ih · PROS · ih · tee.
Is reciprocity pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˌrɛsɪˈprɒsɪti/ (res-ih-PROS-ih-tee).