How to Pronounce Abeyance

To pronounce "abeyance", say AB-ey-anc-e — 4 syllables, IPA /əˈbeɪ.əns/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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8

Letters

/əˈbeɪ.əns/

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💡 Tip for remembering “abeyance”

"abeyance" has 4 syllables: ab-ey-anc-e. It rhymes with conveyance and faience, if that helps it stick.

What does abeyance mean?

noun

  1. Expectancy; condition of ownership of real property being undetermined; lapse in succession of ownership of estate, or title.

    “The proceeds of the estate shall be held in abeyance in an escrow account until the minor reaches age twenty-one.”

  2. Suspension; temporary suppression; dormant condition.

Words that rhyme with abeyance

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

conveyancefaiencefayence

Related words

suspensionholdexpectationsuspendsuspenseobsolescencehiatuslimbo

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "abeyance"?▾

"Abeyance" has 4 syllables: ab · ey · anc · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "abeyance"?▾

The IPA transcription of "abeyance" is /əˈbeɪ.əns/.

What does "abeyance" mean?▾

Abeyance: Expectancy; condition of ownership of real property being undetermined; lapse in succession of ownership of estate, or title.

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