How to Pronounce Obeisance

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

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Syllables

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Letters

/oʊˈbeɪsəns/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “obeisance”

"obeisance" has 4 syllables: ob-eis-anc-e.

What does obeisance mean?

noun

  1. Demonstration of an obedient attitude, especially by bowing deeply; a deep bow which demonstrates such an attitude.
  2. An obedient attitude.

Related words

bowingbowobeyobedienceallegiancevenerationomobeisancy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "obeisance"?▾

"Obeisance" has 4 syllables: ob · eis · anc · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "obeisance"?▾

The IPA transcription of "obeisance" is /oʊˈbeɪsəns/.

What does "obeisance" mean?▾

Obeisance: Demonstration of an obedient attitude, especially by bowing deeply; a deep bow which demonstrates such an attitude.

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