How to Pronounce Complacence

To pronounce "complacence", say COMPL-ac-enc-e — 4 syllables, IPA /kəmˈpleɪsəns/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/kəmˈpleɪsəns/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “complacence”

"complacence" has 4 syllables: compl-ac-enc-e. It rhymes with complaisance, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: complaisance — easy to mix up when writing.

What does complacence mean?

noun

  1. Being complacent; a feeling of contentment or satisfaction; complacency.
  2. Pleasure, delight.

Synonyms

self-complacencyself-satisfaction

Words that rhyme with complacence

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

complaisance

Related words

complacencyself-complacencyself-satisfactioncontentationcomplaisancecontentmentcomplaisauncecomfortability

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "complacence"?▾

"Complacence" has 4 syllables: compl · ac · enc · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "complacence"?▾

The IPA transcription of "complacence" is /kəmˈpleɪsəns/.

What does "complacence" mean?▾

Complacence: Being complacent; a feeling of contentment or satisfaction; complacency.

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