How to Pronounce Consequence

To pronounce "consequence", say CONS-eq-uenc-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈkɑnsəkwəns/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˈkɑnsəkwəns/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/kˈɒnsɪkwəns/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “consequence”

"consequence" has 4 syllables: cons-eq-uenc-e.

What does consequence mean?

noun

  1. That which follows something on which it depends; that which is produced by a cause.
  2. A result of actions, especially if such a result is unwanted or unpleasant.

    “I'm warning you. If you don't get me the report on time, there will be consequences.”

verb

  1. To threaten or punish (a child, etc.) with specific consequences for misbehaviour.

Synonyms

aftercomedistinctionimplicationmomentrankrepercussionvalue

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Related words

effectresultoutcomeupshotmomentimportissueaftermath

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "consequence"?▾

"Consequence" has 4 syllables: cons · eq · uenc · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "consequence"?▾

The IPA transcription of "consequence" is /ˈkɑnsəkwəns/.

What does "consequence" mean?▾

Consequence: That which follows something on which it depends; that which is produced by a cause.

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