How to Pronounce Censure

To pronounce "censure", say CENS-ur-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈsɛn.sjə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈsɛn.sjə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “censure”

"censure" has 3 syllables: cens-ur-e. It rhymes with genscher, if that helps it stick.

What does censure mean?

noun

  1. The act of blaming, criticizing, or condemning as wrong; reprehension.
  2. An official reprimand.

verb

  1. To criticize harshly.
  2. To formally rebuke.

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Words that rhyme with censure

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genscher

Related words

reprimandanimadversioncriminateexcommunicationexclusioncondemnationdenouncecondemn

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "censure"?▾

"Censure" has 3 syllables: cens · ur · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "censure"?▾

The IPA transcription of "censure" is /ˈsɛn.sjə/.

What does "censure" mean?▾

Censure: The act of blaming, criticizing, or condemning as wrong; reprehension.

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