How to Pronounce Offense

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

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/əˈfɛns/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “offense”

"offense" has 3 syllables: off-ens-e. It rhymes with intense and pretense, if that helps it stick.

What does offense mean?

noun

  1. The act of offending:
  2. The state of being offended or displeased; anger; displeasure.

Antonyms

defencedefense

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Words that rhyme with offense

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

intensepretensesensedenserecompenseimmensetensecommencefencethenceincensedispense

Related words

misdemeanourviolationinfringementinfractionoffensivediscourtesyumbragemisdemeanor

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "offense"?▾

"Offense" has 3 syllables: off · ens · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "offense"?▾

The IPA transcription of "offense" is /əˈfɛns/.

What does "offense" mean?▾

Offense: The act of offending:

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