How to Pronounce Impedance

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

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/ɪmˈpiːdn̩s/

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💡 Tip for remembering “impedance”

"impedance" has 4 syllables: imp-ed-anc-e. It rhymes with credence, if that helps it stick.

What does impedance mean?

noun

  1. The act of impeding; that which impedes; a hindrance.
  2. A measure of the opposition to the flow of an alternating current in a circuit; the aggregation of its resistance, and inductive and capacitive reactances; the ratio of voltage to current treated as complex quantities.

Words that rhyme with impedance

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

credence

Related words

resistanceresistivityoppositionobstructionhindranceimpedimentreactance

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "impedance"?▾

"Impedance" has 4 syllables: imp · ed · anc · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "impedance"?▾

The IPA transcription of "impedance" is /ɪmˈpiːdn̩s/.

What does "impedance" mean?▾

Impedance: The act of impeding; that which impedes; a hindrance.

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