How to Pronounce Ounce

To pronounce "ounce", say OUNC-e — 2 syllables, IPA /aʊns/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/aʊns/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ounce”

"ounce" has 2 syllables: ounc-e. It rhymes with trounce and renounce, if that helps it stick.

What does ounce mean?

noun

  1. An avoirdupois ounce, weighing 1/16 of an avoirdupois pound, or 28.3495 grams.
  2. A troy ounce, weighing 1/12 of a troy pound, or 480 grains, or 31.1035 grams.

Synonyms

℥

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Words that rhyme with ounce

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trouncerenouncedenouncebouncejounceannouncepronounceflouncepouncefrouncemispronouncerounce

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ounce"?▾

"Ounce" has 2 syllables: ounc · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "ounce"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ounce" is /aʊns/.

What does "ounce" mean?▾

Ounce: An avoirdupois ounce, weighing 1/16 of an avoirdupois pound, or 28.3495 grams.

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