How to Pronounce Ordinances

To pronounce "ordinances", say ORD-in-anc-es — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈɔːd(ɪ)nənsɪz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

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10

Letters

/ˈɔːd(ɪ)nənsɪz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “ordinances

"ordinances" has 4 syllables: ord-in-anc-es.

What does ordinances mean?

noun

  1. A local law
  2. An edict or decree, authoritative order.

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How many syllables are in "ordinances"?

"Ordinances" has 4 syllables: ord · in · anc · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "ordinances"?

The IPA transcription of "ordinances" is /ˈɔːd(ɪ)nənsɪz/.

What does "ordinances" mean?

Ordinances: A local law

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