How to pronounce serenity
Say it like suh-REN-uh-tee. Serenity has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (REN).
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- suh
- REN
- uh
- tee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Serenity pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- suhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- RENSay 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 serenity
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: suh-REN-uh-tee.
What does serenity mean?
- The state of being serene; calmness; peacefulness.
- A lack of agitation or disturbance.
- A title given to a reigning prince or similar dignitary.
Where does serenity come from?
From Middle English serenyte, from Old French serenité, from Latin serēnitās, equivalent to serene + -ity.
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Questions about saying serenity
How do you pronounce serenity?
Say suh-REN-uh-tee. The American pronunciation is /səˈrɛnəti/. In British English it is /səˈrɛnəti/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in serenity?
Serenity has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (REN). Broken into parts: suh · REN · uh · tee.
Is serenity 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 /səˈrɛnəti/ (suh-REN-uh-tee).