How to Pronounce License

To pronounce "license", say LIC-ens-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈlaɪsəns/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˈlaɪsəns/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “license”

"license" has 3 syllables: lic-ens-e. It rhymes with licence, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: licence — easy to mix up when writing.

What does license mean?

noun

  1. A legal document giving official permission to do something; a permit.
  2. The legal terms under which a person is allowed to use a product, especially software.

verb

  1. To give a formal (usually written) authorization.

    “It was decided to license Wikipedia under the GFDL.”

  2. Authorize officially.

    “I am licensed to practice law in this state.”

Words that rhyme with license

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

licence

Related words

certifypermissionpermitlicencelicensurelicenseelicentiatepatent

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "license"?▾

"License" has 3 syllables: lic · ens · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "license"?▾

The IPA transcription of "license" is /ˈlaɪsəns/.

What does "license" mean?▾

License: A legal document giving official permission to do something; a permit.

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