How to Pronounce Glances

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɡlɑːnsɪz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “glances”

"glances" has 2 syllables: glanc-es. It rhymes with enhances and advances, if that helps it stick.

What does glances 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 glances

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

enhancesadvancescircumstancesfinancespranceschancestrancesstanceslancesdancesromancesallegiances

Related words

glimpseglintpeekcaromricochetslookspeeksglimpses

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "glances"?▾

"Glances" has 2 syllables: glanc · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "glances"?▾

The IPA transcription of "glances" is /ˈɡlɑːnsɪz/.

What does "glances" mean?▾

Glances: A brief or cursory look.

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