How to Pronounce Half-pence

To pronounce "half-pence", say HALFP-enc-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

10

Letters

HALFP-enc-e

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"half-pence" has 3 syllables: halfp-enc-e.

What does half-pence mean?

noun

  1. (plural: halfpennies) A discontinued British coin worth half of one penny (old or new).
  2. (plural: halfpence) A quantity of money worth half a penny.

Related words

halfe-pencehalpennshalpenshalferpartehalfehalfendealpaise

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How many syllables are in "half-pence"?▾

"Half-pence" has 3 syllables: halfp · enc · e.

What does "half-pence" mean?▾

Half-pence: (plural: halfpennies) A discontinued British coin worth half of one penny (old or new).

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