How to Pronounce "openness"
word
ˈoʊpənəs/, /ˈoʊpənnəs
OH-puh-ness
ˈəʊpənnəs
OH-puh-ness
Definition
A quality of being open, honest, and willing to share ideas or accept new things. It can describe people, attitudes, or environments that are not secretive or closed off.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈoʊpənəs/, /ˈoʊpənnəs
British English
ˈəʊpənnəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OH-puh-ness
UK
OH-puh-ness
Listen in Context
Openness is important in a team.
Her openness makes her easy to talk to.
We admire his openness to new ideas.
Creating an atmosphere of openness helps everyone feel safe sharing opinions.