How to Pronounce Commences

To pronounce "commences", say COMM-enc-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

COMM-enc-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “commences”

"commences" has 3 syllables: comm-enc-es. It rhymes with consequences and offenses, if that helps it stick.

What does commences mean?

verb

  1. To begin, start.
  2. To begin to be, or to act as.

Antonyms

ceasestop

Words that rhyme with commences

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

consequencesoffensesinferencesexpensesdispensessensesdefensestensesbiosciencespretensescenses

Related words

beginstartgetbegins

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "commences"?▾

"Commences" has 3 syllables: comm · enc · es.

What does "commences" mean?▾

Commences: To begin, start.

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