How to Pronounce Expectancy

To pronounce "expectancy", say EXP-ect-ancy — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

EXP-ect-ancy

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💡 Tip for remembering “expectancy”

"expectancy" has 3 syllables: exp-ect-ancy.

What does expectancy mean?

noun

  1. Expectation or anticipation; the state of expecting something.
  2. The state of being expected.

Synonyms

expectingness

Related words

anticipationexpectationesperanceexpectedanticipatedforecasterauseful

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "expectancy"?▾

"Expectancy" has 3 syllables: exp · ect · ancy.

What does "expectancy" mean?▾

Expectancy: Expectation or anticipation; the state of expecting something.

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