How to Pronounce Finance

To pronounce "finance", say FIN-anc-e — 3 syllables, IPA /faɪˈnæns/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/faɪˈnæns/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “finance”

"finance" has 3 syllables: fin-anc-e. It rhymes with advance and enhance, if that helps it stick.

What does finance mean?

noun

  1. The management of money and other assets.
  2. The science of management of money and other assets.

verb

  1. To conduct, or procure money for, financial operations; manage finances.
  2. To pay ransom.

Synonyms

fund

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Words that rhyme with finance

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

advanceenhanceglanceaskancecircumstancechanceprancemansedanceexpanselanceperchance

Related words

fundscapitalfinancialsfinancermoneyaccountingbanking

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "finance"?▾

"Finance" has 3 syllables: fin · anc · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "finance"?▾

The IPA transcription of "finance" is /faɪˈnæns/.

What does "finance" mean?▾

Finance: The management of money and other assets.

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