How to Pronounce Finances

To pronounce "finances", say FIN-anc-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

8

Letters

FIN-anc-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “finances”

"finances" has 3 syllables: fin-anc-es. It rhymes with enhances and advances, if that helps it stick.

What does finances 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.

noun

  1. Funds or other financial resources

Synonyms

fund

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Words that rhyme with finances

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enhancesadvancescircumstancespranceschancestrancesstanceslancesdancesromancesallegiancesexpanses

Related words

fundsfundingfinanciallybudgetfinancialexchequerfiscal

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "finances"?▾

"Finances" has 3 syllables: fin · anc · es.

What does "finances" mean?▾

Finances: The management of money and other assets.

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