To pronounce "licensed", say LIC-ens-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈlaɪsn̩st/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈlaɪsn̩st/
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"licensed" has 3 syllables: lic-ens-ed. It rhymes with unlicensed and licenced, if that helps it stick.
verb
“It was decided to license Wikipedia under the GFDL.”
“I am licensed to practice law in this state.”
adjective
“Only licensed exterminators can purchase rat poison in this state.”
“Even licensed fishing has a major effect on the fish population in the river.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Licensed" has 3 syllables: lic · ens · ed.
The IPA transcription of "licensed" is /ˈlaɪsn̩st/.
Licensed: To give a formal (usually written) authorization.
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