How to Pronounce Indecency

To pronounce "indecency", say IND-ec-ency — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

IND-ec-ency

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💡 Tip for remembering “indecency”

"indecency" has 3 syllables: ind-ec-ency. It rhymes with decency and recency, if that helps it stick.

What does indecency mean?

noun

  1. Lack of decency; the property or degree of being indecent
  2. Something showing lack of decency; something such as a word that is indecent

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Words that rhyme with indecency

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decencyrecency

Related words

improprietyindecentmolestationindecenceundecencyindecentnessundecorousnessindecorum

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "indecency"?▾

"Indecency" has 3 syllables: ind · ec · ency.

What does "indecency" mean?▾

Indecency: Lack of decency; the property or degree of being indecent

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