How to Pronounce "sensitivity"
word
/ˌsɛnsɪˈtɪvɪti/
sen-si-TI-vi-dee
/sˌɛnsɪtˈɪvɪti/
sen-si-TI-vi-tee
Definition
A quality of being easily affected by something, such as emotions, pain, or stimuli. It can refer to both physical reactions (like skin sensitivity) and emotional awareness towards others' feelings.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌsɛnsɪˈtɪvɪti/
British English
/sˌɛnsɪtˈɪvɪti/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
sen-si-TI-vi-dee
UK
sen-si-TI-vi-tee
Listen in Context
Her skin has high sensitivity to sunlight.
He spoke about the topic with sensitivity.
Some people have more emotional sensitivity than others.
Modern cameras can adjust their sensitivity automatically in low light.