How to Pronounce Extravagance

To pronounce "extravagance", say EXTR-av-ag-anc-e — 5 syllables, IPA /ɪkˈstɹævəɡəns/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

12

Letters

/ɪkˈstɹævəɡəns/

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💡 Tip for remembering “extravagance”

"extravagance" has 5 syllables: extr-av-ag-anc-e.

What does extravagance mean?

noun

  1. Excessive or superfluous expenditure of money.
  2. Prodigality, as of anger, love, expression, imagination, or demands.

Synonyms

excessirregularitylavishnessprodigalityprofusionrecklessnessunreasonableness

Antonyms

economizefrugalitymoderation

Related words

lavishnessprodigalityluxuryprofligacywastefulnesssquanderingwastewastage

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "extravagance"?▾

"Extravagance" has 5 syllables: extr · av · ag · anc · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "extravagance"?▾

The IPA transcription of "extravagance" is /ɪkˈstɹævəɡəns/.

What does "extravagance" mean?▾

Extravagance: Excessive or superfluous expenditure of money.

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