How to Pronounce Ignorance

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

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈɪɡnəɹəns/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ignorance”

"ignorance" has 4 syllables: ign-or-anc-e.

What does ignorance mean?

noun

  1. The condition of being uninformed or uneducated. Lack of knowledge or information.
  2. (in the plural) Sins committed through ignorance.

Synonyms

blindnesscluelessnessknowledgelessnessunawarenessunknowingnessunknowledge

Related words

ignorantagnosyilliteracyunawarenessincomprehensionunfamiliarityincompetenceapathy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ignorance"?▾

"Ignorance" has 4 syllables: ign · or · anc · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "ignorance"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ignorance" is /ˈɪɡnəɹəns/.

What does "ignorance" mean?▾

Ignorance: The condition of being uninformed or uneducated. Lack of knowledge or information.

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