How to Pronounce Currency

To pronounce "currency", say CURR-ency — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkʌɹ.ən.si/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈkʌɹ.ən.si/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “currency”

"currency" has 2 syllables: curr-ency.

What does currency mean?

noun

  1. Money or other items used to facilitate transactions.

    “Wampum was used as a currency by Amerindians.”

  2. (more specifically) Paper money.

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Related words

up-to-datenesscurrentnessvoguecashmoneyforexmonetarybank

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "currency"?▾

"Currency" has 2 syllables: curr · ency.

What is the IPA transcription of "currency"?▾

The IPA transcription of "currency" is /ˈkʌɹ.ən.si/.

What does "currency" mean?▾

Currency: Money or other items used to facilitate transactions.

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