How to Pronounce Denounce

To pronounce "denounce", say DEN-ounc-e — 3 syllables, IPA /diˈnaʊns/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/diˈnaʊns/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “denounce”

"denounce" has 3 syllables: den-ounc-e. It rhymes with trounce and renounce, if that helps it stick.

What does denounce mean?

verb

To make known in a formal manner; to proclaim; to announce; to declare.
To criticize or speak out against (someone or something); to point out as deserving of reprehension, etc.; to openly accuse or condemn in a threatening manner; to invoke censure upon; to stigmatize; to blame.
“to denounce someone as a swindler, or as a coward”

Synonyms

attack charge condemn criticize damn decry discredit inveigh against

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Words that rhyme with denounce

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trounce renounce bounce jounce announce pronounce flounce pounce ounce frounce mispronounce rounce

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "denounce"?▾

"Denounce" has 3 syllables: den · ounc · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "denounce"?▾

The IPA transcription of "denounce" is /diˈnaʊns/.

What does "denounce" mean?▾

Denounce: To make known in a formal manner; to proclaim; to announce; to declare.

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