How to Pronounce Governance

To pronounce "governance", say GOV-ern-anc-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈɡʌvənəns/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈɡʌvənəns/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “governance”

"governance" has 4 syllables: gov-ern-anc-e.

What does governance mean?

noun

  1. The process, or the power, of governing; government or administration.
  2. The specific system by which a political system is ruled.

Related words

governmentestablishmentadministrationorganisationorganizationbrassgoverninggovernmental

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "governance"?▾

"Governance" has 4 syllables: gov · ern · anc · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "governance"?▾

The IPA transcription of "governance" is /ˈɡʌvənəns/.

What does "governance" mean?▾

Governance: The process, or the power, of governing; government or administration.

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