How to Pronounce Happenstance

To pronounce "happenstance", say HAPP-enst-anc-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈhap(ə)nˌstans/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

12

Letters

/ˈhap(ə)nˌstans/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “happenstance”

"happenstance" has 4 syllables: happ-enst-anc-e. It rhymes with advance and enhance, if that helps it stick.

What does happenstance mean?

noun

  1. The chance or random quality of an event or circumstance.

    “by happenstance”

  2. A chance or random event or circumstance.

    “the happenstances of life”

Synonyms

accidentchancecoincidencehappenchance

Words that rhyme with happenstance

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

advanceenhanceglanceaskancecircumstancechanceprancemansedanceexpanselanceperchance

Related words

coincidencechancecontingencyrandomityfortuitycasualtyaccidentalnessrandomicity

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "happenstance"?▾

"Happenstance" has 4 syllables: happ · enst · anc · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "happenstance"?▾

The IPA transcription of "happenstance" is /ˈhap(ə)nˌstans/.

What does "happenstance" mean?▾

Happenstance: The chance or random quality of an event or circumstance.

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