How to Pronounce Glance

To pronounce "glance", say GLANC-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ɡlɑːns/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ɡlɑːns/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “glance”

"glance" has 2 syllables: glanc-e. It rhymes with advance and enhance, if that helps it stick.

What does glance mean?

noun

  1. A brief or cursory look.
  2. A deflection.

verb

  1. To look briefly (at something).

    “She glanced at her reflection as she passed the mirror.”

  2. To graze a surface.

Synonyms

glimpse

Words that rhyme with glance

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

advanceenhanceaskancecircumstancechanceprancemansedanceexpanselanceperchancestance

Related words

glimpseglintpeekcaromwinkgazestaresight

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "glance"?▾

"Glance" has 2 syllables: glanc · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "glance"?▾

The IPA transcription of "glance" is /ɡlɑːns/.

What does "glance" mean?▾

Glance: A brief or cursory look.

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